Battery pack - 47B ATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you longuse between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to theAC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you torecharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer.However, recharging with the computer turned off significantlyreduces charge time.The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a powerfailure.Charging the batteryPlug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a mains poweroutlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC power whileyour battery is charging. However, charging the battery with thecomputer turned off significantly reduces charge time.Conditioning a new battery packBefore you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a conditioningprocess that you should follow:1. Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery.2. Turn on the computer and complete setting up the operating system.3. Disconnect the AC adapter.4. Operate the computer using battery power.5. Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged anddischarged three times.NoteYou are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day. Chargingthe battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with afully charged battery.