Name:         Battery Tools
Version:      2.0
Released:     February 1, 1995
Description:  This software is specifically for PowerBook Duo 210, 230, 250, or
              270c users who are running System Software previous to System 7.5
              and are using Type III batteries.  PowerBook Duos running System
              7.5 or later do not need this software to use Type III batteries.

The enclosed file is a self-extracting archive. To use, download, double-click the downloaded file (this decompresses it).

This archive contains the following files:
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Battery Recondition                        1.1                  
Battery Tools Read Me                                           
SimpleText                                 1.0                  
Type III Battery                           1.0 


From the Read Me included in this archive:

Important Information about your Type III Battery

The PowerBook Duo 280 and 280c include support for the PowerBook Duo Type I, Type II and Type III batteries.  No update is necessary.  To use a Type III battery with an older PowerBook Duo, read this update.

Using a Type III battery with an older PowerBook Duo

To use PowerBook Duo Type III NiMH batteries on a PowerBook Duo 210, 230, 250, or 270c follow these steps:

1.  Insert the Battery Tools  disk into a floppy drive attached to your
    PowerBook Duo.
2.  Open the Battery Tools  disk and drag the ÒType III BatteryÓ extension to
    your System Folder.
3.  Restart your PowerBook Duo with the power adapter attached to your computer.
4.  Remove your old battery and insert the Type III battery into your PowerBook
    Duo.
5.  Unplug the power adapter from your computer.

If your computer does not work after you insert the Type III, plug in the power adapter and restart your computer.  Once you restart your computer, check to see that the ÒType III BatteryÓ extension is in the Extensions folder in your System Folder.  If you see the ÒDuo Battery PatchÓ extension in the Extensions folder, you should drag it to the trash.  The ÒType III BatteryÓ extension replaces the ÒDuo Battery PatchÓ extension.

A new Battery Reconditioning application program (version 1.1) is provided on the Battery Tools  disk so you can recondition Type III batteries if you own a PowerBook Duo 270c.  If you have a PowerBook 210, 230, or 250, you cannot use the Battery Reconditioning program.

Recharging Type III batteries in an external recharger

If you have an external battery recharger, you may need to update it to be able to charge Type III batteries.  Follow these steps:

1.  Shut down your PowerBook Duo.
2.  Plug one end of the power cord into the power adapter and the other end into
    a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip. 
3.  Snap the recharger onto the power adapter (as shown in the Getting Started
    manual).
4.  Plug the power adapter cable into the power adapter port on the back panel
    of the computer.
5.  Turn on your PowerBook Duo.

The battery recharger is automatically updated, and should now charge Type III batteries.  You only need to do this once.  If you try to charge a Type III battery after you have followed these steps, and a red light appears on the recharger when you insert the battery, call Apple or see an Apple-authorized dealer.


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