Users Guide

Battery Information
WARNING: Using an incompatible or non-Dell battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Only use
authentic Dell batteries in Dell systems.
NOTE: If a non-Dell battery is attached to your system, the battery graphic will be orange.
Dell Command | Power Manager provides detailed information about your system’s batteries, including:
● Whether your system is plugged in or using battery power
● Percentage of your system’s total power remaining
● Peak Shift and Battery Extender status, if applicable
● Battery health
● Battery charge status
● Battery setting
● Battery type (Standard, Extended Warranty, or Enhanced)
● Connection (Primary, Battery Slice, or Modular Bay)
● Manufacturer
● Dell battery (Yes or No)
● Serial number
NOTE: PPID may not always display.
● PPID (Piece Part ID)
The software supports a maximum of six batteries. To see the details of a particular battery, click the battery number (for
example, Battery #1, Battery #2). Scroll down to see any additional batteries your system may contain.
If the option is made available by your system administrator, you can order a replacement battery from the link on the left pane.
Topics:
• Battery Health
• Battery Settings
• Battery Charge Status
Battery Health
Battery health indicates the amount of charge that is available to a system. In general, a battery’s health decreases over time at
a rate that depends on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used.
To indicate battery health, Dell Command | Power Manager uses a set of four circular icons. The number of circular icons that
are filled indicates the battery health.
Table 1. Battery health indicator codes
Code Description
Excellent — Battery is operating at maximum capacity.
Good — Battery can charge normally; however, you may
notice reduced operating time because long-term battery life
is decreasing.
2
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