Compaq 1400 - Manual (Page 94)

7-6 C ARING FOR Y OUR B ATTERY P RESARIO N OTEBOOK B EYOND S ETUP G UIDE
1400 S ERIES
If you will not be using your
Notebook for an extended
period of time, Compaq
recommends that you unplug
the electrical cord from the
outlet and remove the
battery while your Notebook
is not in use.
The battery will charge
whether your Notebook is on
or off and will continue to
charge until the battery is
fully charged or AC power
is disconnected.
Battery Charging Time
Battery charging time will vary based on the initial battery
charge, the type of battery, and the activity of your Notebook
while charging.
Purchasing Spare or Extra Batteries
Over time, all batteries lose the ability to operate at full
capacity, and the battery will have to be replaced. To purchase
a new battery, contact your Compaq-authorized dealer or
access the Compaq Web site at: www.compaq.com/athome.
Maximizing Battery Operating Time
The battery operating time depends on your power
management settings. Your Notebook components, the
options, and the applications that you use also affect the
operating time. This section of “Caring for Your Battery”
shows you how to increase the length of time you are able to
operate under battery power.
The display, processor, CD/DVD drive, and hard drive use the
most battery power. To maximize the battery operating time,
perform one or more of the following actions:
• Reduce display brightness and select a short wait for your
screen saver.
• Select a screen saver that does not generate a lot of
graphics or motion.
• Reduce audio volume or use headphones.