How to Check the Dell laptop Battery Charge

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Microsoft Windows Power MeterThe Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Dell Latitude D630 AC Adapter Power Meter, double-click the Dell Laptop Battery meter icon ( or ) on the taskbar. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.Charge GaugeBy either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the Dell Latitude D630 AC Adapter charge gauge on the battery, you can check:* Battery charge (check by pressing and releasing the status button)* Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button)The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries such as Apple Laptop Battery or Asus Laptop Battery lose some Dell Latitude D630 AC Adapter charge capacity-or battery health. That is, a battery can show a status of"charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health).Check the Battery ChargeTo check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total Dell Latitude D630 AC Adapter battery charge. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on.