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Satellite A500/A500D

Battery

If you suspect a problem with the battery, you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes, for more information on these indicators, together with general battery operation.

Problem	Procedure
Battery doesn’t	The battery may be discharged - connect the AC
power the computer	adaptor to recharge the battery.
Battery doesn’t	If the battery is completely discharged, it will not
charge when the	begin charging immediately, in these instances you
AC adaptor is	should wait a few minutes before trying again. If the
attached (Battery	battery still does not charge, you should check that
indicator does not	the power outlet to which the AC adaptor is
glow amber).	connected is supplying power - this can be tested
	by plugging another appliance into it.
	Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the
	touch - if so, it will not charge properly and should
	be allowed to reach room temperature before you
	try again.
	Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to
	make sure its connecting terminals are clean - if
	necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly
	dipped in alcohol.
	Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery,
	taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the
	computer.
	Check the Battery indicator - if it does not glow,
	allow the computer to charge the battery for at least
	twenty minutes. If the Battery indicator starts to
	glow after this period, allow the battery to continue
	to charge for at least another twenty minutes before
	turning on the computer. However, if the indicator
	still does not glow, the battery may be at the end of
	its operating life and should be replaced. However,
	if you do not believe the battery is at the end of its
	operating life, you should speak to your reseller,
	dealer or service provider.
Battery doesn’t	If you frequently recharge a partially charged
power the computer	battery, the battery might not charge to its full
as long as expected	potential - in these instances you should fully
	discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it
	again.
	Check the Power saver option under Select a
	power plan in the Power Options.

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