Specifications

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If your thin computer is turned off or standby mode, a fully discharged battery will take
about three hours to recharge.
Note
A fully charged battery can run the thin computer for approximately 3.5
hours.
When to Replace the Battery
Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace
your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge.
Changing the Battery
Change the main battery pack as follows:
1. Turn off the thin computer and disconnect the power adapter from the electrical outlet.
2. Close the display cover and turn the thin computer over.
3. Slide the battery lock (3) to unlock.
4. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1) away from the battery (2) as you gently pull
the battery out of the battery compartment.
5. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1) and then insert the new battery into the
battery compartment. Make sure the replacement battery is properly orientated. Check
that the battery lock (3) locks back into position.
Figure 3-7 Battery Latches
Power Saving Modes
Adjust the default power management settings in the Power Options/Advanced dialog box
in the Control panel. The Power Options Properties dialog box allows you to set different
actions to take when the thin computer is left idle for a certain amount of time.
Stand by Mode
Select the settings for stand by mode in the Power Management dialog box. You may
have the thin computer stand by or you can power off the thin computer altogether.