Toshiba TE2000 Laptop User Manual


 
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User's Manual
POWER AND
POWER-UP MODES
Charging the batteries
When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator flashes
orange indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain. If you continue
to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer enables
Resume mode (so you don’t lose data) and automatically turns off.
You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged.
Procedures
To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect the AC
adaptor to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet.
The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged.
CAUTION: Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or
the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Do not
attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger.
Time
The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a dis-
charged battery.
Charging time (hours)
Battery type Power on Power off
Main battery pack 3.0 to 9.0 or longer 2.5
Secondary battery pack 3.0 to 7.5 or longer 2.5
RTC battery 8 Doesn’t charge
Battery charging notice
The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions:
The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might
not charge at all. Also, to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity, charge
the battery at room temperature of 10° to 30°C (50° to 88°F).
The battery is nearly completely discharged. Leave the AC adaptor connected
for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging.