VAIO User Guide

Task

# Charging the Battery Pack

The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. The charging time may vary depending on operating conditions.

1. Plug your VAIO computer into an AC outlet. [Details]

Hint

- The charging time varies depending on ambient temperature.
  Note that at a low ambient temperature, it takes longer time to charge the battery pack.

- Open the desktop [Details] and select the battery icon, such as (on battery) or (plugged in), in the desktop notification area to check the built-in battery status of your VAIO computer.

- On rare occasions, the battery icon indicates that the battery pack is completely discharged even though the battery pack still has battery power left. Wait for a while until the actual remaining battery capacity is displayed.

Related Topic
Charge Indicator Status List
Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
Extending the Battery Life