Battery Notice - Toshiba Tecra M3 Series User Manual

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Mobile Computing
Running the computer on battery power

Battery Notice

Battery life may vary considerably from specifications
depending on product model, configuration, applications,
power management settings and features utilized, as well as
the natural performance variations produced by the design of
individual components. Published battery life numbers are
achieved on select models and configurations tested by
Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for
specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies
depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the
computer is consuming full power.
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to
perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced.
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery
pack, see the accessories information that shipped with your
computer or visit the Toshiba web site at
www.accessories.toshiba.com.
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity,
operate the computer on battery power at least once a month
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see
battery life" on page 149
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC
adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for
an extended period (more than a month), the battery may fail
to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and
the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
NOTE
In addition to the main battery, you may also have a second
battery installed in the Slim SelectBay. If you travel and need
to work for many hours without an AC power source, you
may purchase a battery module for use in the computer's
For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you
play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery
power.
for procedures. If the computer is
"Maximizing