Using Your Notebook Computer
Connecting a Power Source
Sony Notebook Computer User Guide
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To charge the battery pack
1
Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
2
Insert the battery pack.
The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in
a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the
battery indicator light turns off This process takes about 2 hours when power is off. It
takes 5.5 hours when power is on. To charge the battery completely, continue charging
for additional 3 hours.
Battery Indicator Light Status Meaning
On
The computer is using battery
power.
Single blink
The battery is running out of power.
Double blink
The battery is charging.
Off
The computer is using AC power.
Battery pack
(supplied)
Battery indicator