Toshiba A10 Series Manual Do Utilizador

4. Connect the universal AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a

power outlet. The 

DC IN 

indicator should glow green, and the 

indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being
charged. If the 

DC IN 

indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.

Check the connections for the universal AC adaptor and power cord.

5. Charge the battery pack until the 

 indicator glows green.

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If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.

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If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one
month, remove the battery pack.

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Disconnect the universal AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged.
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.

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If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect
the universal AC adaptor.

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Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a
new one. The life of the battery pack is generally about 500 recharges. If the

 indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery, the

battery pack needs to be replaced.

You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you
are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This section explains
how to remove and install the battery pack.

To replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below.