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COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: Jennifer Hale Saved by: jabercrombie Saved date: 06/02/99 1:05 PM
Part Number: 103182-001 File name: ch04.doc
Maximizing Battery Life
Battery pack operating time varies depending on the system
components, options, and applications being used. You can
maximize battery operating time by controlling the energy
required by the computer and the energy stored in the battery
pack.
The display, processor, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, and
hard drive components use the majority of battery power.
To maximize battery pack life
■ Select the High level of power management through Computer
Setup.
■ Initiate Suspend, Hibernation, or turn the computer off when
not in use.
■ Reduce the display brightness and select a shorter screen save
timeout.
■ Calibrate the battery pack periodically to maintain the
accuracy of the battery gauge.
■ Keep a battery pack in the computer when connected to an
external power source.
■ 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.)
■ Exit modem and networking programs when not in use.
■ Stop or remove any PC Cards when not in use.
■ 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 in Appendix A. If a number for recycling is not listed for
your area, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or
service provider.
For more information, see the “Battery Notice” in Appendix B.