Recalibrating The Battery - Gateway Notebook Reference Manual

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Recalibrating the battery

interrupted, you must start the process over again.
If your notebook unexpectedly goes into Sleep mode while
you are using it but the battery charge is not low, you may
need to recalibrate your battery. You should also recalibrate
the battery periodically to maintain the accuracy of the
battery gauge.
To recalibrate the battery:
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not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location
shown on the Customer Care label. For more information, see
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CHAPTER 5: Managing Power
Slide the battery out of the notebook.
Slide a battery into the notebook until it snaps into
place.
Slide the battery lock to the locked position.
Turn your notebook over.
Open the LCD panel.
Important
Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is
Connect your notebook to AC power and let the battery
charge completely.
Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook.
Completely discharge the battery.
After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your
notebook to AC power.
Charge the battery completely until the battery status
indicator turns blue.
Important
If, after completing this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does
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