Power

7–6 Power
Battery packs
The primary battery pack charges when it is inserted into the
computer and the computer is plugged into external power.
External power can be supplied through the following:
■ AC adapter included with the computer
■ Optional docking device
■ Optional power adapter
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WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter
provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP,
or a Smart AC adapter purchased as an accessory from HP.
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Older AC adapters will not work with this computer.
Charging a battery pack
To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery
charge displays:
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WARNING: Do not charge the computer battery pack while onboard
aircraft.
■ If you are charging a new battery pack:
❏ Charge the battery pack while the computer is plugged
into external power through the AC adapter.
❏ When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully before
turning on the computer.
■ If you are charging an in-use battery pack:
❏ Allow the battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent
of a full charge through normal use before charging it.
❏ When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully before
turning on the computer.