Charging The Battery; Checking The Battery Level; Optimizing Battery Life - Gateway ID47H User Manual

Charging the battery

Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a mains power
outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your
battery is charging. However, charging the battery with the computer
turned off results in a significantly faster charge time.
Note: You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day.
Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start
the next day with a fully-charged battery.

Checking the battery level

The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the
cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's
present charge level.

Optimizing battery life

Optimizing 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 on-the-go use.
• Remove external devices that are not being used, as they may continue
to draw power (for selected models).
• Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.
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