Troubleshooting

Problem

Procedure

Battery doesn’t charge

If the battery is completely discharged, it will not

when the AC adaptor

begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes.

is attached (Battery or

If the battery still does not charge, make sure the

Ultra Slim Bay

outlet of the AC adaptor is supplying power.

indicator does not

Test it by plugging in an appliance.

glow orange.)

 

 

Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the

 

touch. If the battery is too hot or too cold, it will

 

not charge properly. Let it reach room

 

temperature.

 

 

 

Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to

 

make sure the terminals are clean. If necessary

 

wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol.

 

Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery.

 

Make sure it is securely seated.

 

Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow,

 

let the computer charge the battery for at least 20

 

minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20

 

minutes, let the battery continue to charge at

 

least another 20 minutes before turning on the

 

computer.

 

If the indicator still does not glow, the battery may

 

be at the end of its operating life. Replace it.

 

If you do not think the battery is at the end of its

 

operating life, see your dealer.

 

 

Battery doesn’t power

If you frequently recharge a partially charged

the computer as long

battery, the battery might not charge to its full

as expected

potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to

 

charge it again.

 

 

 

Check the power consumption settings in

 

TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. Consider using a

 

power saving mode.

 

 

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