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Using Your Notebook Computer
Using a Second Battery Pack
To determine the time the
battery lasts, see Displaying
Battery information in your
Software Guide.
If you attach two battery
packs, you can remove either
of them without shutting down
the computer. When removing
one battery pack, make sure
that the other battery pack's
indicator is on. If the indicator
of the battery pack you are
going to remove is on, right-
click
on the task tray and
click the switch discharge
battery menu.
Using a Second Battery Pack
You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can
extend the time that you use your computer with battery power. When using two
battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The battery pack you insert
second charges when the first battery pack is 85 percent full. You can monitor which
battery pack is charging by observing the battery indicator lights.
To insert a second battery pack
1
If the floppy disk drive is in the multi-purpose bay, remove the device.
2
See Using the Floppy Disk Drive on
3
Insert the battery pack into the multi-purpose bay.
4
The battery 2 indicator light turns on.
5
Attach the Weight Saver to the computer to stabilize the battery pack. Slide the
eject lever on the bottom of the Weight Saver toward the front of the computer to
lock it. See Using the Weight Saver on
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Multi-purpose bay
Battery pack
Label facing down
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