Toshiba A50 user manual Power indicators, Battery indicator, DC in 15V indicator

Power and Power-Up Modes

Power indicators

As shown in the above table, the Battery, DC IN 15V and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status.

Battery indicator

Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack. The following indicator lights indicate the battery status:

Flashing orange	The battery charge is low. The AC adaptor must
	be connected to recharge the battery.
Orange	Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and
	charging the battery.
Green	Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the
	battery is fully charged.
No light	Under any other conditions, the indicator does
	not light.

If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out. When the battery’s temperature falls to a normal range, charge will resume. This occurs whether the computer’s power is on or off.

DC IN 15V indicator

Check the DC IN 15V indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected:

Green	Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and
	supplying proper power to the computer.
Flashing orange	Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug
	the AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does
	not operate properly, contact your dealer.
No light	Under any other conditions, the indicator does not
	light.

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