User's Manual

Battery Packs
Hardware Guide 3–15
DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02
Compaq CONFIDENTIAL—For Internal Use Only
11/13/02
File: SP-CH3-Battery.fm
■ If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook initiates Hibernation.
■ If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook remains in Standby until there is no
power, then shuts down and loses your unsaved work.
For more information about Hibernation and Standby, refer on
this CD to the Software Guide, “Power” chapter.
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
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CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery
condition and has initiated Hibernation, do not press the
power/standby button until Hibernation is complete. Hibernation is
complete when the power/standby light turns off.
When a Charged Battery Pack is Available
Turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation, insert a charged
battery pack, then turn on the notebook.
When External Power Is Available
Select one of the following options:
■ Connect the AC Adapter.
■ Plug an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger into the
notebook and into a vehicle cigarette lighter receptacle.