4-14 Battery Packs
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: Jennifer Hale Saved by: WBuoy Saved date: 10/05/98 12:58 PM
Part Number: 387792-001 File name: ch04.doc
To maximize battery pack life:
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Remove battery packs to reduce the discharge rate when the
computer is not to be used for more than two weeks.
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Select the High level of power management via F10 setup.
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Initiate Suspend or Hibernation or turn off the computer when
not in use.
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Reduce the display brightness and select a shorter screen save
timeout.
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Avoid frequent partial charge and discharge cycles which
reduce the life of the battery. Fully charge and discharge the
battery periodically to maintain the accuracy of the battery
gauge.
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Keep a battery pack in the computer when connected to an
AC power source.
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Disconnect external equipment that does not have its own
power source when not in use. (External equipment connected
to the computer drains the battery pack.)
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Exit modem programs when not in use.
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Remove any PC Cards when not in use.
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Store an unused battery pack in a cool, dry place. The
recommended storage temperature range is from 32ºF to 86ºF
(0ºC to 30ºC). High temperatures cause a battery pack to lose
its charge more quickly and reduce battery pack life.
■
Format diskettes using external power. (Formatting increases
battery pack drain.)
Recycling Used Battery Packs
To find out if the battery pack recycling program is available in
your geographical location, check the worldwide telephone
numbers. If a number for recycling is not listed for your area,
contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
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