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Charging batteries 
The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to 
power the computer. You can charge the battery using your 
computer, or you can use an optional battery charger.
CAUTION: Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more 
than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of 
the battery.
Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook 
computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s 
Web site at toshiba.com.
Charging the main battery
To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug 
the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to 
charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer 
to charge the battery while the computer is on.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery may take longer to charge with 
many applications open at the same time.
The battery may not start charging immediately if:
❖The battery is extremely hot or cold. 
To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait 
until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees 
Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
❖The battery is almost completely discharged. 
Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin 
charging after a few minutes. 
						

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Charging the RTC battery
The computer contains an internal battery that provides 
power for the real-time clock (RTC) and calendar.
During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery 
adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose 
its charge completely, especially if you have had the 
computer turned off for a long time. 
If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar 
may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working.
To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave 
it turned on for 10 hours or longer.
NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it 
charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the 
real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and 
date or stop working.
When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is 
completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-
time clock.
The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being 
charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery 
cannot be monitored.
Monitoring battery power
The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge. 
It:
❖Glows green when the battery is fully charged 
❖Glows amber while the battery is being charged
❖Does not glow if the external power source is 
disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged 
						

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Determining remaining battery power
NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer 
before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The 
computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity 
and perform its calculations.
1Click Start, then click Control Panel.
The Control Panel opens.
2Click Performance and Maintenance.
3Click the To s h i b a Power Saver icon.
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.
You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 
window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See 
“TOSHIBA Console” on page 192 or “Power Management” 
on page 194. 
4Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the 
Running on Batteries section, click Details.
5Click the Power Save Mode tab.
The current power source and battery power remaining 
section displays the current charge state of the battery. 
The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery 
charge. 
TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low 
temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are 
working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on 
your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of 
the battery. 
						

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Conserving battery power 
How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the 
computer depends on a number of factors, such as:
❖How the computer is configured
❖How much you use the display panel instead of an 
external monitor
❖How much you use the hard disk and other drives
❖Whether you use any optional devices to which the 
battery supplies power, such as a PC Card
❖Where you are working—since operating time decreases 
at low temperatures
Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of 
time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to 
recharge the battery.
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage 
modes.
You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your 
own needs. See “Power Management” on page 194 for 
details.
What to do when the battery runs low 
When the battery runs low you can:
❖
Plug the computer into an external power source and 
recharge the battery.
❖Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the 
battery with a charged spare.
❖Save your work and turn off the computer.
If you don’t manage to do any of these things before the 
battery completely runs out of power, the computer 
automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. 
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you turn on the power again, you can continue where you left 
off. 
The computer stores the information on what you were doing 
until the battery runs out of power. If you have Hibernation 
mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of 
your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting 
down.
Setting battery alarms
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the 
battery is running low.
You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert 
you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power 
has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound 
an alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set 
the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or 
to Turn Off or Shut down when the alarm goes off.
To set an alarm:
1Click Start, then click Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears.
2Click Performance and Maintenance.
3Click the To s h i b a  P o w e r  S a v e r icon.
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.
You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 
window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See 
“TOSHIBA Console” on page 192 or “Power Management” 
on page 194. 
4Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the 
Running on Batteries section, click Details.
5Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired. 
						

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Changing the main battery
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Changing the main battery 
When your battery power is running low, you have two 
options: connect the computer to an AC power source or 
install a charged battery. 
NOTE: If your battery discharges fully, your information will be 
lost. Be sure to save your work often.
CAUTION: When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or 
short-circuit its terminals. Also, do not drop, hit or otherwise 
impact the battery. Do not scratch or break the casing and do not 
twist or bend the battery pack.
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby 
mode. Data in memory will be lost.
Removing the battery from the computer
1Save your work.
2Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode 
according to the instructions in “Using Hibernation” on 
page 105.
3Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4Close the display panel and turn the computer upside 
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Sliding the battery release latch
5Slide the battery release latch toward the front of the 
computer. Slide the battery cover toward the edge of the 
computer until it won’t go any further.
6Lift the cover straight up from the slot.
WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on 
protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following 
the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 129.
CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent 
battery. Please return spent batteries to your Toshiba dealer.
Removing the battery from the battery cover
1Position the battery cover with the battery facing up.
2Press the battery cover latches outward. 
						

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Removing the battery from the battery cover 
3Lift the battery from the battery cover.
Inserting a charged battery 
1Turn off the computer.
See “Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 99.
2Remove the battery.
See “Removing the battery from the computer” on 
page 126.
3Release the battery from the battery cover.
See “Removing the battery from the battery cover” on 
page 127.
4Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a 
clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
5Hold the charged battery so that the label is face down.
6Fit the battery in the battery cover, ensuring the battery 
connectors are exposed. Make sure the battery is secured 
by the battery cover latches.
7Find the four side tabs on the battery cover and line them 
up with the corresponding recessed areas along the sides 
of the empty battery slot. When the tabs line up with the 
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recessed areas, the battery cover will slip comfortably 
into the battery slot.
8Once the battery cover has been inserted, slide the battery 
cover until the side of the battery release latch matches 
the side of the computer.
9Slide the battery release latch toward the back of the 
computer. You may need to press the cover in from the 
edge slightly to return the latch to the closed position.
Inserting the battery cover 
CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery 
falling out of the computer case.
10Turn the computer right side up.
11Reconnect any cables you removed.
12Turn on the computer.
Disposing of used batteries safely 
You can recharge a battery many times. When the battery 
needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after 
you have fully recharged the battery
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Traveling tips
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You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
CAUTION: The computer’s main battery is a lithium ion (Li-ion) 
battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, 
or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only 
irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required 
by local ordinances or regulations.
Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.
The materials that came with your computer may include an 
insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with 
your network administrator or local government agency for 
information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries.
Traveling tips
The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to 
work” on page 38, also apply while travelling.
❖Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place 
where it could get wet or covered in dust.
❖Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. 
Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the 
computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for 
guides, power cables, compact discs and diskettes. 
Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more 
information, or visit 
toshiba.com.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to 
pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray 
equipment will not harm your computer.