Toshiba A10 User Manual

User’s Manual

6-3

Power and Power-Up Modes

Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC 

adaptor connected - the following indicator conditions should be noted:

Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer - 

the following indicator conditions should be noted:

This section explains battery types, use, recharging methods and handling.

The computer has four different types of batteries.

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 

use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should 

not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected.
Before you remove the battery pack, save your data and shut down the 

computer, or place the computer into Hibernation Mode. Please be aware 

that, when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode, the contents of 

memory will be saved to the hard disk drive, although for safety sake, it is 

best to also save your data manually.

Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is 

correctly supplying power to the computer.

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 your reseller or dealer.

Under any other conditions, the indicator does not 

light.

Indicates power is being supplied to the computer 

and the computer is turned on.

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.

Under any other conditions, the indicator does not 

light.