Battery HELP!

I just bought a new ibook G4 and was wondering how long I have to charge it for the first time. And can I just plug the AC adapter in instead of charging it so I could play with it so i dont have to wait? HELP!!!
HP 2.8 Ghz Windows XP ibook G4

Hi Jason. It's OK to plug in and go. Who could resist?!!
While you're charging up and playing have a look at Calibrating Battery.
(PS. I know you're eager to get going but one post is usually enough, besides, from what I remember, the same info came with mine in the pack )
I do understand your impatience though, so have fun with your new iBook, and come back here with any more probs.
Happy playing!!
Adrian
ibook G4: 768mb, iMac 17" G4:768mb (10.3.9) Mac OS X (10.4.4) Belkin Wireless F5D7632

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