Power Indicators; User's Manual; Battery Indicator; Dc In Indicator - Toshiba Satellite A200 User Manual

Power indicators

The Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert
you to the computer's operating capability and battery charge status.

Battery indicator

Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery.
The following indicator lights indicate the battery status:
Flashing amber
Amber
Blue
No light
Note: If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the
charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out. When the bat-
tery's temperature falls to a normal range, charge will resume. This
event occurs regardless of whether the power to the computer is on
or off.

DC IN indicator

Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor
connected:
Blue
Amber
No light

User's Manual

The battery charge is low. The AC adaptor must be con-
nected to recharge the battery.
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the
battery.
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is
fully charged.
Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying
proper power to the computer.
Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug the AC
adaptor into another outlet. If it still does not operate
properly, see your dealer.
Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.
Power and Power-Up Modes
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