46 Using a Battery
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RESEAT THE MEMORY MODULES — If the computer power light turns on but the display
remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 100).
If the battery is not charging
SHUT DOWN THE COMPUTER — Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on and
running at high processor speeds and system activity levels. Running the computer at high system
activity levels for extended periods of time may prevent the battery from charging.
If battery life is short
SEE "BATTERY PERFORMANCE" ON PAGE 42 — Operating time may be significantly reduced
under certain conditions.
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PTIMIZE PROCESSOR PERFORMANCE AND POWER CONSUMPTION — See page 124.