Compaq E500S Laptop User Manual


 
Troubleshooting 2-21
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Writer: David Calvert Saved by: The Integrity Group Saved date: 10/26/00 11:45 AM
Part Number: 128679-006 File name: Ch02
Table 2-9
continued
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Battery charge does
not last very long
(continued).
Battery was exposed
to extremely cold
temperatures.
Move the computer to a
warmer place and
recharge the battery
pack.
NOTE: The recommended
operating temperature
range for the battery is
from 10°C to 40°C (50°F
to 104°F). The
recommended storage
temperature range for the
battery is from 0°C to
30°C (32°F to 86°F).
Battery conservation
is disabled or set to
drain.
Reset the battery
conservation level.
An external device is
draining the battery.
Turn off or remove any
external device or PC
Cards when not in use.
Battery gauge is
inaccurate and
requires
recalibration.
Recalibrate the gauge.
Date and time must
be set every time
computer is turned
on.
The real time clock
(RTC) battery has
reached the end of
its useful life.
Replace the RTC battery
(refer to Section 5.10).
Battery gauge seems
inaccurate.
The battery pack
needs calibration.
Recalibrate the battery.
The battery pack has
reached the end of
its useful life.
Replace the battery pack.
Battery pack is warm
after charging.
Warming occurs
during charging.
No action is required.