Power
Charging an Optional Travel Battery
The battery pack in the optional travel battery charges when it is
attached to the notebook and the notebook is connected to
external power. External power can be supplied through the
following:
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AC Adapter
■
Optional docking device (select models only)
■
Optional automobile or aircraft adapter
Charging a New Battery Pack
Fully charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to
external power through the AC adapter.
Charging an In-Use Battery Pack
To prolong battery life and increase the accuracy of battery
charge indicators:
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Allow a battery pack to discharge to 10 percent of a full
charge through normal use before charging it.
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When you charge a battery pack, charge it fully.
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