If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out. When the battery pack's temperature falls to a normal range, charging will resume - this process will occur regardless of whether the computer's power is on or off.
DC IN indicator
Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected - the following indicator conditions should be noted:
Green | Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is |
| correctly supplying power to the computer. |
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Flashing orange | Indicates a problem with the power supply. You |
| should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into |
| another power outlet - if it still does not operate |
| properly, you should contact TOSHIBA Support. |
No light | Under any other conditions, the indicator does |
| not light. |
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Power indicator
Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer - the following indicator conditions should be noted:
Green | Indicates power is being supplied to the |
| computer and the computer is turned on. |
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Blinking orange | Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and |
| that there is sufficient power available (AC |
| adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition. In |
| Sleep Mode, this indicator will turn on for one |
| second and off for two seconds. |
No light | Under any other conditions, the indicator does |
| not light. |
Battery
This section explains battery types, use, recharging methods and handling.
Battery types
The computer has different types of batteries.
Battery pack
When the AC adaptor is not connected, the computer's main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the main battery. You can purchase additional battery packs for extended
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