60 - Battery packOptimizing battery lifeOptimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation,prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency.You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below:• Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use.• Remove accessories that are not being used (e.g. a USB disk drive), asthey can continue to draw power.• Store your PC in a cool, dry place. The recommended temperature is10° C (50° F) to 30° C (86° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery toself-discharge faster.• Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.• Look after your AC adapter and battery.Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over thebattery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level.Battery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the power meter.Warning! Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after thebattery-low warning appears. Data may be lost if the battery isallowed to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down.
