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4-2 Inserting, Removing, or Storing a Battery Pack
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
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Inserting Multiple Battery Packs
The computer supports up to two battery packs, one in the
battery bay and one in a MultiBay. A drive can be inserted in
the top MultiBay while a MultiBay battery pack is in the
bottom MultiBay.
Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge by
location in a preset sequence.
■ Charge sequence—(1) computer battery bay, (2) computer
MultiBay, (3) expansion base right MultiBay or convenience
base battery charging bay, (4) expansion base left MultiBay or
convenience base MultiBay.
NOTE: The availability of docking base bays varies by model
and configuration.
■ Discharge sequence—(1) computer MultiBay, (2) computer
battery bay.
While a battery pack is in a docking base bay, the battery pack can
be charged, but cannot be used to run the computer.
Storing a Battery Pack
CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to
high temperatures for extended periods of time.
If the computer will be unused and unplugged from an external
power source for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the
battery pack(s).
Proper storage procedures reduce the self-discharge rate of a
battery pack. Store a battery pack in a cool, dry place within the
following temperature ranges.
Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures
Storage Time Temperature Range °F Temperature Range °C
Less than
1 month
32°–122° 0°–50°
No more than
3 months
32°–104° 0°–40°
Unlimited 32°– 86° 0°–30°