Low Battery Power; Returning The Battery To Its Normal State; Extending Battery Life; Battery Handling - NEC Versa Note VX Series Service And Reference Manual

following:
n Keep the battery away from extreme heat.
n Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.
n Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.
n Read the precautions printed on the battery.

Low Battery Power

When battery power gets low, connect your system to the AC adapter. If an AC adapter is not
available, change the battery using the battery replacement procedure. See the section,
"Replacing the Battery."

Returning the Battery to its Normal State

To return the battery to its normal state, try the following:
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remove and then reinstall the battery
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reinstall the battery in your Versa Note VX and fully recharge the battery (to 100%).

Extending Battery Life

The Versa Note VX Li-Ion battery life is effected by the following conditions:
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When it is new and fully charged.
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When no peripherals are connected to your Versa Note VX.
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When you have no options installed.
Enabling power management features increases battery life.
While on the road, it is important to be aware of the simple things you can do to extend the life
of the system's main battery. Turning down the screen brightness (

Battery Handling

Keep the following in mind when removing or replacing a battery.
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Use only the battery designed for your system in the Versa Note VX. Mixing other
manufacturers' batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can
deteriorate battery and equipment performance.
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Turn off power to the system after use. Keeping system power on can degrade battery
performance and shorten battery life.
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Clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth when they get dirty.
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Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
2-4 System Configuration and Setup
To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the
) extends battery life.
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