2 Troubleshooting

2.3 Power Supply

2.3 Power Supply

The power supply in the computer controls many functions and components. To check if the power supply is defective or malfunctioning, follow the troubleshooting procedures below as instructed.

Procedure 1 Power Icon Check

Procedure 2 Connection Check

Procedure 3 Replacement Check

Procedure 1 Power Icon Check

The following two power LEDs indicate the power supply status:

Battery LED

DC IN LED

The power supply controller displays the power supply status through the Battery and DC IN LEDs as in the tables below.

Battery LED

Battery LED

Power supply status

 

 

On in Umber

Battery being charged

 

 

On in White

Battery fully charged, with AC adapter connected

 

 

Blinking in Umber

Battery low while driving the computer

(at equal intervals)

 

 

 

Off

Else

 

 

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Toshiba E205 manual Troubleshooting Power Supply, Procedure 1 Power Icon Check