Power; Battery Pack; Battery Pack Characteristics - Acer Extensa 355 User Manual

Power

The notebook operates on AC or battery power. This chapter contains the
information you need to know to operate the notebook on battery power. It
also includes information about the power management system.
3.1

Battery Pack

The notebook uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.
3.1.1

Battery Pack Characteristics

The battery pack has the following characteristics:
•
Employs Current Battery Technology Standards The notebook uses a
Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) battery pack. This battery type does not
have the memory effect problem of Nickel Cadmium (NiCd). NiMH
batteries consistently provide the longest battery life, best-suited for
road warriors.
•
Battery-low Warning When the battery charge level becomes low, the
notebook gives off warning beeps and the status indicator flashes at
regular intervals. This tells the user that the battery power is critically
low. You can correct this situation by recharging the battery pack.
Whenever possible, use the AC adapter. The battery will come in handy
when you travel or during a power failure. It is advisable to have an extra
fully-charged battery pack available for backup.
Power
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