Problem | Procedure |
Battery doesn’t | If the battery is completely discharged, it will not |
charge when the AC | begin charging immediately, in these instances you |
adaptor is attached | should wait a few minutes before trying again. If |
| the battery still does not charge, you should check |
| that the power outlet the AC adaptor is connected |
| to its 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 DC IN/Battery indicator - if it does not |
| glow, allow the computer to charge the battery for |
| at least twenty minutes. If the DC IN/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 TOSHIBA Support. |
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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. |
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| Check the Power saver option under Select a |
| power plan in the Power Options. |
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