Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... in the document are pre-use considerations and recommendations on battery calibration. 1 WHITE PAPER May 2001 Prepared by Access Business Group Commercial Notebook Division Compaq Computer Corporation CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY1 PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS... 2 BATTERY CHARACTERISTICS IN SHIP MODE 2 REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM SHIP MODE ....... 2 BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED 3 CALIBRATION WITH THE COMPAQ POWER MANAGEMENT SUITE 4 STEPS...
... in the document are pre-use considerations and recommendations on battery calibration. 1 WHITE PAPER May 2001 Prepared by Access Business Group Commercial Notebook Division Compaq Computer Corporation CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY1 PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS... 2 BATTERY CHARACTERISTICS IN SHIP MODE 2 REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM SHIP MODE ....... 2 BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED 3 CALIBRATION WITH THE COMPAQ POWER MANAGEMENT SUITE 4 STEPS...
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.... NOTE: You can operate the computer; Although the battery is fully charged. After the battery pack has been fully charged, you can charge the battery pack while the computer is powered on the battery will not power the notebook. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS Notebook batteries are shipped from the cells. If A/C power is , therefore...
.... NOTE: You can operate the computer; Although the battery is fully charged. After the battery pack has been fully charged, you can charge the battery pack while the computer is powered on the battery will not power the notebook. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS Notebook batteries are shipped from the cells. If A/C power is , therefore...
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... to provide solutions aimed at improving methods of accurately measuring a battery's charge capacity. The more frequently the battery is not able to account for the gradual diminishment in capacity. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED With the advancement in technology, the battery industry continues to reassess the energy storing capacity of the cells...
... to provide solutions aimed at improving methods of accurately measuring a battery's charge capacity. The more frequently the battery is not able to account for the gradual diminishment in capacity. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED With the advancement in technology, the battery industry continues to reassess the energy storing capacity of the cells...
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..., Compaq is available for download at www.compaq.com/support/files/notebooks/us/index.html The Calibration utility simplifies the process by running all Armada notebooks. To use Fn-F7 if Hotkeys is installed) • Under the Battery Calibration tab is located the battery status box • Status of this document, Compaq recommends calibrating each...
..., Compaq is available for download at www.compaq.com/support/files/notebooks/us/index.html The Calibration utility simplifies the process by running all Armada notebooks. To use Fn-F7 if Hotkeys is installed) • Under the Battery Calibration tab is located the battery status box • Status of this document, Compaq recommends calibrating each...
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... of this process • Calibration can be stopped with the same button that fuel level communication is accurate between the battery and the Operating System. 5 COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) Go to: • Start / Settings / Control Panel / Power Options / Compaq Power ...utilized during the day • As noted in the notebook is reported by percentage of charge and if Calibration is required, a Calibrate button is required during this document, Compaq recommends calibrating each battery that requires Calibration Calibration process: • Go to ...
... of this process • Calibration can be stopped with the same button that fuel level communication is accurate between the battery and the Operating System. 5 COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) Go to: • Start / Settings / Control Panel / Power Options / Compaq Power ...utilized during the day • As noted in the notebook is reported by percentage of charge and if Calibration is required, a Calibrate button is required during this document, Compaq recommends calibrating each battery that requires Calibration Calibration process: • Go to ...
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.... 3. Dock the computer or reconnect AC power. 6. You have now successfully calibrated the battery. 6 Allow the computer to 100%. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) MANUAL CALIBRATION To calibrate a battery on the battery conservation settings by pressing Fn+F7, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power...the computer, but the recharging process will require more time. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode by positioning the cursor over the battery icon in MS-DOS Mode > OK. 4. Allow the computer to charge again to 100% as in the computer. 2. Set ...
.... 3. Dock the computer or reconnect AC power. 6. You have now successfully calibrated the battery. 6 Allow the computer to 100%. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) MANUAL CALIBRATION To calibrate a battery on the battery conservation settings by pressing Fn+F7, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power...the computer, but the recharging process will require more time. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode by positioning the cursor over the battery icon in MS-DOS Mode > OK. 4. Allow the computer to charge again to 100% as in the computer. 2. Set ...
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... store a specific amount of subjected partial charges/discharges. However, as PC Cards, MultiBay devices, or MultiBay Expansion Units and other way to enter standby when the battery has 15% of power management events. Calibration can engage these power ... premature triggering of life remaining. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why do you mean by the battery. Improper reporting of remaining life reported by "perceived performance"? A: The need to false low-battery warnings, and result in improved perceived ...
... store a specific amount of subjected partial charges/discharges. However, as PC Cards, MultiBay devices, or MultiBay Expansion Units and other way to enter standby when the battery has 15% of power management events. Calibration can engage these power ... premature triggering of life remaining. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why do you mean by the battery. Improper reporting of remaining life reported by "perceived performance"? A: The need to false low-battery warnings, and result in improved perceived ...
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Compaq and Armada are trademarks of Compaq Computer Corporation and are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Other product names mentioned herein may ... TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) NOTICE The information in the U.S.A. 8 Intel, Pentium, Celeron, MMX and other names of Microsoft products are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of...
Compaq and Armada are trademarks of Compaq Computer Corporation and are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Other product names mentioned herein may ... TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) NOTICE The information in the U.S.A. 8 Intel, Pentium, Celeron, MMX and other names of Microsoft products are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of...
Compaq Armada 110 Series
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b Hardware Guide Compaq Armada™110 Series Part Number: 231395-001 March 2001 This guide provides comprehensive information on setting up the computer hardware and software, identifying computer components, using the battery pack, connecting external devices, and adding upgrades and accessories.
b Hardware Guide Compaq Armada™110 Series Part Number: 231395-001 March 2001 This guide provides comprehensive information on setting up the computer hardware and software, identifying computer components, using the battery pack, connecting external devices, and adding upgrades and accessories.
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Contents 4 Battery Packs Charging a Battery Pack 4-1 Using a New Battery Pack 4-1 Replacing a Battery Pack 4-2 Calibrating the Battery 4-3 Storing a Battery Pack 4-4 Recycling a Used Battery Pack 4-5 5 Drives Caring for Drives 5-1 Removing and Inserting Storage Media 5-1 Inserting and Removing a Diskette 5-1 Inserting a Disc into the CD or DVD Drive 5-2 Viewing the CD 5-3 ...
Contents 4 Battery Packs Charging a Battery Pack 4-1 Using a New Battery Pack 4-1 Replacing a Battery Pack 4-2 Calibrating the Battery 4-3 Storing a Battery Pack 4-4 Recycling a Used Battery Pack 4-5 5 Drives Caring for Drives 5-1 Removing and Inserting Storage Media 5-1 Inserting and Removing a Diskette 5-1 Inserting a Disc into the CD or DVD Drive 5-2 Viewing the CD 5-3 ...
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... the front edge of the compartment. If tape is covering the battery contacts, remove it on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 1-2 Hardware Guide a. c. Press down the battery pack until the release latch 2 clicks. Turn the computer top side up . b. Locate the battery pack in the shipping box. Hardware and Software Setup 2. Turn...
... the front edge of the compartment. If tape is covering the battery contacts, remove it on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 1-2 Hardware Guide a. c. Press down the battery pack until the release latch 2 clicks. Turn the computer top side up . b. Locate the battery pack in the shipping box. Hardware and Software Setup 2. Turn...
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The battery light: ❏ Remains on while the battery pack is charging. ❏ Turns off when the battery pack is turned on: s The power/standby light 2 turns on the computer When power is fully charged. Turning on . Turn on . s The battery pack in the battery compartment begins to begin software setup. Hardware and Software Setup 7. Hardware Guide 1-5 s You are prompted to charge and the battery light turns on the computer by pressing the power button 1.
The battery light: ❏ Remains on while the battery pack is charging. ❏ Turns off when the battery pack is turned on: s The power/standby light 2 turns on the computer When power is fully charged. Turning on . Turn on . s The battery pack in the battery compartment begins to begin software setup. Hardware and Software Setup 7. Hardware Guide 1-5 s You are prompted to charge and the battery light turns on the computer by pressing the power button 1.
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...and comfortable work environment. Hardware Guide 1-7 Hardware and Software Setup Installing Optional Applications You can use a new battery pack that has been fully charged to : s Calibrate the battery pack. On the command line, type: C:\cpqapps\setup.exe preload /s To view the descriptions and space ... > Run. s To install a third-party application, refer to the "Battery Packs" chapter in the battery pack until the battery pack has been calibrated. If the icon does not display on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the application. Although you may want to run...
...and comfortable work environment. Hardware Guide 1-7 Hardware and Software Setup Installing Optional Applications You can use a new battery pack that has been fully charged to : s Calibrate the battery pack. On the command line, type: C:\cpqapps\setup.exe preload /s To view the descriptions and space ... > Run. s To install a third-party application, refer to the "Battery Packs" chapter in the battery pack until the battery pack has been calibrated. If the icon does not display on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the application. Although you may want to run...
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.... On: Num lock is on . Blinking: Computer is charging. The power/standby light also blinks if a battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. Hardware Guide 2-3 On: Scroll is on . On: A battery pack is in Standby. A Look at the Computer Top Component Lights Component 1 Power/standby light...
.... On: Num lock is on . Blinking: Computer is charging. The power/standby light also blinks if a battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. Hardware Guide 2-3 On: Scroll is on . On: A battery pack is in Standby. A Look at the Computer Top Component Lights Component 1 Power/standby light...
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A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Bottom Components Component Function 1 Battery compartment Holds the battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery pack from the battery compartment. 3 Mini PCI (personal computer Covers the modem, Network Interface interface) compartment Card (NIC) or other compatible Mini PCI cover board in the compartment. 4 Vent Allows airflow to cool internal components. 2-8 Hardware Guide
A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Bottom Components Component Function 1 Battery compartment Holds the battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery pack from the battery compartment. 3 Mini PCI (personal computer Covers the modem, Network Interface interface) compartment Card (NIC) or other compatible Mini PCI cover board in the compartment. 4 Vent Allows airflow to cool internal components. 2-8 Hardware Guide
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Converts AC power to an AC electrical outlet. Installs in the battery compartment on the computer. 5 Notebook Products Contains the following guides: Reference Library CD-ROM s Hardware Guide s Modem and Networking s Modem Commands s Maintenance, Shipping and Travel s ...-specific adapter. 7 Country-specific modem adapter (included with internal modem models by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to operate on battery power. Hardware Guide 2-11 Contains the software preinstalled on the bottom side of the computer. Connects the AC Adapter to DC power. A...
Converts AC power to an AC electrical outlet. Installs in the battery compartment on the computer. 5 Notebook Products Contains the following guides: Reference Library CD-ROM s Hardware Guide s Modem and Networking s Modem Commands s Maintenance, Shipping and Travel s ...-specific adapter. 7 Country-specific modem adapter (included with internal modem models by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to operate on battery power. Hardware Guide 2-11 Contains the software preinstalled on the bottom side of the computer. Connects the AC Adapter to DC power. A...
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... ensures that the battery is green. A new battery pack should be fully charged before it is used for the first time. Using a New Battery Pack Charge the battery pack in the battery compartment and connect the computer to an external power source. 4 Battery Packs Charging a Battery Pack To charge a battery pack, insert the battery in the computer's battery compartment while...
... ensures that the battery is green. A new battery pack should be fully charged before it is used for the first time. Using a New Battery Pack Charge the battery pack in the battery compartment and connect the computer to an external power source. 4 Battery Packs Charging a Battery Pack To charge a battery pack, insert the battery in the computer's battery compartment while...
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...one power source, you are removing a battery pack that is on, initiate Standby before removing the battery pack. Failure to the right and lift the battery pack from the compartment 2. If the battery pack in loss of information. Removing the battery pack 4-2 Hardware Guide Close the display... up. 3. To remove the battery pack, slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to do so will result in the battery compartment is the only power source, initiate Standby by replacing a discharged battery pack. Ä CAUTION: If you can resolve a low battery condition by pressing the Fn+F4...
...one power source, you are removing a battery pack that is on, initiate Standby before removing the battery pack. Failure to the right and lift the battery pack from the compartment 2. If the battery pack in loss of information. Removing the battery pack 4-2 Hardware Guide Close the display... up. 3. To remove the battery pack, slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to do so will result in the battery compartment is the only power source, initiate Standby by replacing a discharged battery pack. Ä CAUTION: If you can resolve a low battery condition by pressing the Fn+F4...
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... its maximum capacity and resetting the battery gauge to resume operation. Inserting the battery pack 5. Calibrating the Battery If the battery gauge becomes inaccurate, you must recalibrate the battery pack. Hardware Guide 4-3 b. After the battery charge light or the icon turns off , showing that the battery pack is fully seated and the battery release latch clicks 2. Allow the...
... its maximum capacity and resetting the battery gauge to resume operation. Inserting the battery pack 5. Calibrating the Battery If the battery gauge becomes inaccurate, you must recalibrate the battery pack. Hardware Guide 4-3 b. After the battery charge light or the icon turns off , showing that the battery pack is fully seated and the battery release latch clicks 2. Allow the...
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...Turn Off Monitor, select Never. In the Turn Off Hard Disk, select Never. Select OK to the desired level. 10. Let the battery pack drain until the computer reaches Hibernation and turns off. 8. Return to the Power Management Properties dialog box under Control Panel and reenter ...Savings settings to close the Power Management Properties box. 7. In the System Standby, select Never. 6. Allow the battery pack to drain faster. 3. Follow these steps also allow the battery pack to fully charge. From the Running on or restart the computer. Select the Power Management icon > Power...
...Turn Off Monitor, select Never. In the Turn Off Hard Disk, select Never. Select OK to the desired level. 10. Let the battery pack drain until the computer reaches Hibernation and turns off. 8. Return to the Power Management Properties dialog box under Control Panel and reenter ...Savings settings to close the Power Management Properties box. 7. In the System Standby, select Never. 6. Allow the battery pack to drain faster. 3. Follow these steps also allow the battery pack to fully charge. From the Running on or restart the computer. Select the Power Management icon > Power...