Toshiba A50 Laptop User Manual


 
User’s Manual 6-3
Power and Power-Up Modes
Power indicators
As shown in the above table, the Battery, DC IN 15V and Power indicators
on the system indicator alert you to the computer’s operating capability and
battery charge status.
Battery indicator
Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack.
The following indicator lights indicate the battery status:
DC IN 15V indicator
Check the DC IN 15V indicator to determine the power status with the AC
adaptor connected:
Flashing orange
The battery charge is low. The AC adaptor must
be connected to recharge the battery.
Orange
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and
charging the battery.
Green
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the
battery is fully charged.
No light
Under any other conditions, the indicator does
not light.
If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will
stop and the battery indicator will go out. When the battery’s temperature
falls to a normal range, charge will resume. This occurs whether the
computer’s power is on or off.
Green
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and
supplying proper power to the computer.
Flashing orange
Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug
the AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does
not operate properly, contact your dealer.
No light
Under any other conditions, the indicator does not
light.