Troubleshooting 8-3Solving Common ProblemsBattery ProblemsThe battery does not charge (Battery Charge indicator does not lightamber).z Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected.z Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold. Allow time for thebattery pack to return to room temperature.z Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly.z Make sure that the battery terminals are clean.The operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter.z If you often partially recharge and discharge, the battery might not becharged to its full potential. Initialize the battery to solve the problem.(See “Initializing the Battery Pack” in Chapter 3 for instructions.)The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does notmatch the actual operating time.z The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time,depending on how you are using the computer. If the actual operatingtime is much less than the estimated time, initialize the battery. (See“Initializing the Battery Pack” in Chapter 3 for instructions.)Bluetooth Wireless Transmission ProblemsI cannot connect to another device with Bluetooth wirelesstechnology.z Make sure that the Bluetooth wireless card is correctly installed.z Make sure that both devices have activated Bluetooth feature.
