indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to a live external power source.
Hardware and system checklist
This section discusses problems caused by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may occur in the following areas:
Power | USB device |
Keyboard | Additional memory module |
Internal display panel | Sound system |
Hard disk drive | External monitor |
Optical Disc Drive | LAN |
Memory Media Card | Wireless LAN |
Pointing Device | Bluetooth |
Power
When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer also has a number of other power resources, including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock (RTC) battery, all of which are interrelated with any one having the ability to produce apparent power problems.
AC power
If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN/Battery indicator. Please refer to Chapter 5, Power and
Problem | Procedure |
AC adaptor doesn’t | Check the connections to make sure that the |
power the computer | power cord/adaptor is firmly connected to the |
| computer and a working power outlet. |
| Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If |
| the cord is frayed or damaged it should be |
| replaced, while if the terminals are soiled, they |
| should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth. |
| If the AC adaptor still does not power the |
| computer, you should contact TOSHIBA Support. |
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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, or DC IN/Battery indicator.
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