Recharging The Battery Pack; Replacing The Battery Pack - HP Compaq 100 Reference Manual

Compaq notebook series
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Battery Pack
The battery pack supplies power to your notebook when external power is not
available. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter.

Recharging the Battery Pack

To recharge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the notebook and an
electrical outlet. For NiMH batteries, it takes approximately 90 minutes to fully
charge a power-depleted battery pack when the notebook power is off. For Li-
ion batteries, it takes approximately 90 minutes to charge the battery pack to
80% capacity and one or two more hours to fully charge the battery pack.
During recharging, the Battery Charge Indicator (
orange. You are advised to keep the notebook power off while the battery is
being recharged. The battery is fully recharged when the green Battery Charge
Indicator turns on.

Replacing the Battery Pack

WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace the battery only with the notebook manufacturer's
optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer's
instructions.
If you often use the battery power for a long period of time while traveling, you
may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer, and
keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup.
To replace the battery pack, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the notebook is not turned on or connected to AC power.
2. Turn the notebook bottom side up.
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Battery Operations

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