HP Armada 3500 Compaq Armada 3500 Series Reference Guide - Page 39

Using the Battery Gauge Press the Fn+F8 hotkeys to show the status of the battery pack. The box indicates the status of the installed battery pack. Battery pack 1 is the battery in the computer Battery Bay. The percentage of battery charge remaining for the battery pack is shown at the bottom of the popup. If the battery pack is charging, a lightning bolt symbol appears to the right of the box. If AC power is connected, the power connector is shown. NOTE: If you do not press any key for five to seven seconds, the battery gauge popup will display the average remaining capacity (percent of charge remaining). Ensuring Battery Gauge Accuracy The built-in battery gauge, which displays the amount of charge remaining, is precalibrated for accuracy. To ensure continued battery gauge accuracy and to maximize battery operating time: s Fully charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time. s Allow the battery pack to completely charge before removing external power from the computer, convenience base, or battery charger. s If the battery has been out of the computer for two weeks or more, fully recharge the battery pack before using it. s Approximately every 60 days, allow the battery to completely discharge to the low battery condition through normal use before recharging it. Using Battery Packs 4-3 Writer: Lorise Fazio Saved by: J Abercrombie Saved date: 12/08/98 4:03 PM Part Number: 310296-002 File name: Ch04.doc