Toshiba M35 Series Laptop User Manual


 
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Mobile Computing
What to do when the battery alarm sounds
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The computer drains battery power more quickly at low
temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if
you’re working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Windows
®
operating system has additional power
management options that can be accessed through an icon in
the Control Panel. For more information, see “Power
Management” on page 151.
What to do when the battery alarm sounds
Your Satellite
®
M30/M35 Series computer can be configured
to warn you of a low battery charge condition so you may
take the necessary steps to save your work.
Your Windows
®
operating system offers two alarms before
your system shuts down.
To change the default alarm settings:
1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel then
Performance and Maintenance.
2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
3 Click the Setup Action tab.
4 Select the Alarm settings in the Setup Alarm section.
Before your computer runs out of battery power, save your
data and take one of the following actions:
Suspend or shut down your computer.
Shut down your computer and replace the main battery
with a charged one.
Connect your computer to an AC power source.