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Battery types, Battery, Dc in indicator – Toshiba Satellite M40 (PSM40) User Manual

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User’s Manual

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Power and Power-Up Modes

DC IN indicator

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

adaptor connected:

Power indicator

Check the Power indicator to determine the power status.

Battery types

The computer has two types of batteries:

Battery — 6 cell or 12 cell depending on the models

Real Time Clock (RTC) battery

Battery

When the AC power cord is not connected, the computer’s main power

source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this

manual as the battery. You can purchase additional battery packs for

extended use of the computer away from an AC power source.

The battery recharges the RTC batteries. The battery maintains the state of

the computer when you enable Resume.

Blue

Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and

supplying proper power to the computer.

Amber

Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug

the AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does

not operate properly, see your dealer.

No light

Under any other conditions, the indicator does

not light.

Blue

Indicates power is being supplied to the

computer and the computer is turned on.

Amber

Indicates the power was turned off while the

computer was in Resume mode.

No light

Under any other conditions, the indicator does

not light.

The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly

replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required

by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by

TOSHIBA as replacements.