How do I prepare my battery for first time use?
Before you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a conditioning process that you should follow:
- Insert the new battery without turning the computer on.
- Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery.
- Disconnect the AC adapter.
- Turn on the computer and operate using battery power.
- Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears.
- Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.
Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.
Note:
- Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit.
- Some models have an embedded battery. If the battery needs to be replaced, please contact an authorized service center.