Toshiba portege 610ct 620ct Instruction De Maintenance

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The Battery LED indicator shows the battery charging status.  The Battery LED, identified by
a battery icon on the front of the computer, glows amber when the AC adapter is charging the
610CT battery pack.

If the Battery LED indicator glows green, the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.

If the Battery LED indicator glows amber, the AC adapter is connected and the battery is
being charged.

If the Battery LED indicator does not glow, go to Check 1.

Check 1

Make sure the AC adapter cable and AC cord are firmly plugged into the DC IN
socket and wall outlet.  If these cables are connected correctly, go to Check 2.

Check 2

Make sure the battery pack is installed in the computer correctly.  If the battery
pack is installed correctly, go to Check 3.

Check 3

Remove the battery pack and check that the battery and system board terminals
are clean and not bent.

If the battery and/or terminal appears dirty, clean it/them gently with a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol.

If either terminal looks bent or damaged, replace the battery or the system board.

If the terminals are clean and not bent, go to Check 4.

Check 4

Connect a new AC adapter.  If the Battery LED indicator still does not glow, go
to Check 5.

Check 5

Install a new battery pack.  If the Battery LED indicator still does not glow, go to
Procedure 3.