DC IN indicator
Check the
DC IN
indicator to determine the power status with the AC
adaptor connected - the following indicator conditions should be noted:
Green
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is
correctly supplying power to the computer.
Flashing orange
Indicates a problem with the power supply. You
should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into
another power outlet - if it still does not operate
properly, you should contact TOSHIBA Support.
No light
Under any other conditions, the indicator does
not light.
Power indicator
Check the
Power
indicator to determine the power status of the computer -
the following indicator conditions should be noted:
Green
Indicates power is being supplied to the
computer and the computer is turned on.
Blinking orange
Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and
that there is sufficient power available (AC
adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition. In
Sleep Mode, this indicator will turn on for one
second and off for two seconds.
No light
Under any other conditions, the indicator does
not light.
Battery
This section explains battery types, use, recharging methods and handling.
Battery types
The computer has different types of batteries.
Battery pack
When the AC adaptor is not connected, the computer's main power source
is this lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the main
battery.
Real Time Clock (RTC) battery
The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real
time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system
configuration while the computer is turned off. If the RTC battery becomes
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