Initializing The Battery Pack; Checking The Battery Level; Replacing The Battery Pack - AIRIS Pragma N890 User Manual

Initializing the Battery Pack

You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time
or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than
expected.
Initializing is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then
charging. It can take several hours.
1. Make sure that the computer power is turned off. Connect the AC
adapter to fully charge the battery pack.
2. After the battery pack is fully charged, turn on the computer. When
the message "Press <F2> to enter System
Configuration Utility" appears, press
program.
3. Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the
battery is fully discharged. The computer will shut down
automatically.
4. Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack.

Checking the Battery Level

NOTE: Any battery level indication is an estimated result. The actual operating time can
be different from the estimated time, depending on how you are using the computer.
You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter
function of the operating system. To read the battery level in Windows,
click the icon on the taskbar. (Click the
using AC power.)

Replacing the Battery Pack

CAUTION:
There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the
battery only with the computer manufacturer's optional battery packs. Discard used
batteries according to the dealer's instructions.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.
3-4
to invoke the
F2
icon if the computer is
Managing Power