Battery Pack34 User’s GuideBattery PackThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long usebetween charges.Battery Pack CharacteristicsThe battery pack has the following characteristics:T Employs Current Battery Technology StandardsThe computer uses a Lithium-Ion battery pack whichdoes not have the memory effect problem of NickelCadmium (NiCd) batteries.T Battery-low WarningWhen the battery charge level becomes low, thecomputer gives off warning beeps and the statusindicator flashes at regular intervals. This tells you thatthe battery power is critically low (and you should saveyour work). You can correct this situation by rechargingthe battery pack.Whenever possible, use the AC adapter. The battery willcome in handy when you travel or during a power failure. Itis advisable to have an extra fully-charged battery packavailable as backup.Using a Battery Pack for the First TimeWhen using a battery pack for the first time, follow thesesteps:1. Disable the Sleep Upon Battery-low parameter in Setupor uncheck the Enable sleep upon battery low in thePower Management screen of Notebook Manager. Seepage 103 or page 87 respectively.2. Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to thecomputer and fully recharge the battery.510.book : 510-2.fm Page 34 Thursday, March 4, 1999 1:03 PM
