Technical information

Memory and PowerBasics

PowerBook (FireWire)

Battery Compatibility

The Lithium Ion (LiIon) batteries used for the PowerBook (FireWire) are

compatible with those used in the PowerBook G3 Series (Bronze

Keyboard) and vice versa. Batteries from earlier PowerBook G3 Series

computers are not compatible with PowerBook (FireWire).

Battery Level Indicators

LiIon batteries have battery level indicator lights that tell whether the

battery is fully charged, three-fourths charged, one-half charged, one-

fourth charged, or empty. To check the battery charge, press the status

button located next to the status lights. The battery charges whenever the

external AC adapter is connected.

If the battery lights blink, there is a problem with the battery. If only one

light blinks, the battery is fully depleted and needs to be recharged.

Battery Handling Guidelines

Warning:

LiIon batteries contain hazardous chemicals and should not be

thrown out with household or office trash. Review battery handling and

disposal instructions in Safety Information in Bulletins/Safety.

The following are guidelines for properly handling batteries:

• Never get batteries wet.

• Handle the battery carefully. Do not drop, puncture, disassemble,

mutilate, or incinerate it.

• Do not leave a battery in the computer for longer than a week without

plugging in the power adapter.

• Do not short the battery contacts.

• Do not leave the battery in hot locations (such as the trunk of a car).

• Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than six months without

recharging it.

• Recharge batteries only as described in the user’s manual and only in

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