1 Hardware Overview
1.10 Batteries
The computer has two types of batteries:
q Main battery pack
q RTC battery
The battery specifications are listed in table 1-8.
Battery name
Main battery
RTC battery
1.10.1 Main Battery
The removable main battery pack is the computer's main power source when the AC adaptor
is not attached. When the main battery is fully charged, it can power the computer for the
following duration:
Power ON
1.10.2 Battery LED (Main Battery)
The battery LED displays the status of the battery pack. The battery LED on the computer
displays the status of the main battery.
Orange
Green
Orange / Flashing
LED Off
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Table 1-8 Battery specifications
Material
Lithium-Ion
NiMH
about 2.5 to 4 hours (Normal Mode)
Main battery is charging. (with AC Adaptor)
Main battery is fully charged. (with AC Adaptor)
Power ON (without AC Adaptor)
Main battery charge is low.
Any other condition
Output voltage
10.8 V
3.0 V
Satellite A20 Maintenance Manual (960-444)
1.10 Batteries
Capacity
8,400 mAh
17mAh