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- Caring for your LIFEBOOK Notebook
Batteries
Caring for your Batteries
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Always handle batteries carefully.
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Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not
carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects. Doing so
may cause an explosion or fire.
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Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.
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Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.
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Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two; doing so heat can shorten the battery life.
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Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.
Increasing Battery Life
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Power your notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.
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If your notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the
battery.
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Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.
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Set the power management for maximum battery life.
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Put your notebook in Sleep mode when it is turned on and you are not actually using it.
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Limit your media drive access.
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Disable the Media Player auto insert notification function.
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Always use fully charged batteries.
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Eject ExpressCards when not in use.
Media Care
Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R)
Media discs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.
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Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use.
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Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.
