MSI X 370 User Manual

 
2-19
Introductions  
Bottom Side View    
   
 
 
 
 
 1.  Battery Lock/ Unlock Button  Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to 
unlock position, the battery is removable. 
 
2. Battery Pack 
This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. 
 
3. Battery Release Button 
It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand 
and pull the battery pack carefully with...

 
2-20
Introductions  
4. Ventilator  The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHAPTER 3 
Getting Started 
 
 
 
 
   

 
3-2
Getting Started  
Power Management   Connecting the AC power It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power 
while using this notebook for the first time.  When the AC power is connected, recharging the 
battery will start immediately.     
Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook; using other 
adapter model may damage either the notebook or other devices attached to it. 
 
Do not cover the AC/DC adapter since...

 
3-3
Getting Started  
Connecting the AC Power
 
1.  Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord. 
2.  Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC/DC adapter.  3.  Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the  electrical outlet. Disconnecting the AC Power
 
When you disconnect the AC/DC adapter, you should: 4.  Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. 
5.  Unplug the connector from the notebook. 
6.  Disconnect the power...

 
3-4
Getting Started  
Using the Battery Power This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery 
pack is an internal power source of the notebook. 
 
Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on 
their own.    Also, note that the limited warranty to the battery pack may also lose its efficacy when 
this battery pack is disassembled not by an authorized machinist. 
 
To prevent explosion caused by...

 
3-5
Getting Started  
Releasing the Battery Pack
 
It is always recommended to have another battery in reserve for enough power supply.    Please 
contact your local dealer to buy a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook.    To remove the 
battery pack, following the steps below:   
  1.  Make sure the notebook is turned off, and 
the AC power is disconnected. 
 
2.  Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked  position. 
 
3.  Locate the battery release button on the  bottom side. 
  4....

 
3-6
Getting Started  
Replacing the Battery Pack
 
To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 
  1.  Align the front edge of the battery  pack to the location with “open” 
mark shown aside the battery tray 
 
2.  Place the battery pack into the  battery tray vertically with correct 
orientation. 
 
 
3.  Fasten the battery pack by 
pressing it forward to the “Lock” 
position 
 
 
  4.  Press the lock/unlock button to  the Lock position to make sure 
the battery pack is securely 
fastened....

 
3-7
Getting Started  
Battery Safety Tips
 
Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could 
cause serious injury.  Š  Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. 
Š   Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above 
+60° C (+140° F). 
Š   Do not temper with batteries.    Keep away from the reach of children. 
Š   Do not use rusty or damaged batteries. 
Š   Dispose of...

 
3-8
Getting Started  
Charging the Battery Pack
 
The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the notebook.    Please pay attention to the 
following tips before recharging the battery:  Š  If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and 
shut down the system or Save-to-Disk. 
Š   Plug in an external AC/DC adapter. 
Š   You can use the system, suspend system operation or shut down and turn off the system 
without interrupting the charging...