Toshiba M700/M710 User Manual page 168

Real Time Clock (RTC) battery
The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time
clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration
while the computer is turned off. If the RTC battery becomes completely
discharged, the system will lose this information and the real time clock and
calendar will stop working - in this instance the following message will be
displayed when you turn on the power:
S
You can change the Real Time Clock settings by turning the computer on
while pressing the ESC key and then the F1 key when prompted. Please
refer to Chapter 8
The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even if
the AC adaptor is attached.
Care and use of the battery pack
This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle
your battery pack properly.
Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for
detailed precautions and handling instructions.
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Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before
attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could
generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture.
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Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause
injury.
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The battery pack and Slice Expansion Battery are lithium ion battery,
which can explode if not replaced, used, handled or disposed of
properly. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or
regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as
replacements.
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The computer's RTC battery is a Ni-MH battery and should be replaced
only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The
battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or
disposed. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or
regulations.
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Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and
35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak,
battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might
be shortened.
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Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the
power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery
pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode. Data could be lost.
User's Manual
**** RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is
inconsistent ****
Press [F1] key to set Date/Time.
Troubleshooting
Power and Power-Up Modes
for further information.
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