Chapter 2 Operating On Battery Power - Acer 500 User Manual

Otherwise, the computer enters Standby mode.
Warning: Connect the AC adapter to the computer as
soon as possible. Data is lost when computer power
is cut off during Standby mode.
The following table shows the recommended course of
action to take when you encounter a battery-low condition.
Situation
AC adapter
and power
outlet available
An extra fully-
charged
battery pack
available
AC adapter or
power outlet
not available

Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power

Recommended Action
1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
2. Save all necessary files.
3. Resume work.
Power off the computer if you wish to
recharge the battery rapidly.
1. Save all necessary files.
2. Exit the application.
3. Power off the computer.
4. Replace the battery pack.
5. Power on the computer and resume work.
or
1. Save all necessary files.
2. Enter Hibernation mode (press Fn-F4).
3. Install the extra battery pack.
4. Resume from Hibernation mode.
1. Save all necessary files.
2. Exit the application.
3. Power off the computer.
or
1. Save all necessary files.
2. Enter Hibernation mode (press Fn-F4).
Battery Pack
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