Toshiba Satellite Pro Te2300 Manual

 
 
 
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DC IN indicator 
Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC 
adaptor connected: 
Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and 
supplying proper power to the computer. 
Flashing orange Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug 
the AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does 
not operate properly, see your...

 
 
 
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When the computer is powered off in Resume mode, and the AC adaptor 
in not connected, the main battery pack and optional secondary battery pack supply power to maintain data and programs in memory. If the battery pack(s) is completely discharged, Resume does not function and 
the computer loses all data in memory. 
The following message...

 
 
 
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Care and use of the battery pack 
The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking 
proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power 
as well as a longer life for your battery pack. Follow the instructions in this 
section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance. 
Safety precautions...

 
 
 
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6-7TOSHIBA TE2300   6.  Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other 
device or an battery pack approved by the computer or devices 
manufacturer. Battery packs have different voltages and terminal 
polarities. Use of an improper battery could cause smoke, fire or 
rupture of the battery pack. 
  7.  Never subject a battery pack to heat, such as...

 
 
 
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6-8TOSHIBA TE2300   2.  Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash. Bring them to 
your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save 
resources and prevent environmental damage. Cover the terminals 
with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the 
battery pack to ignite or rupture. 
  3.  Use only battery packs recommended by...

 
 
 
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The computer enters Hibernate mode only if Hibernation is enabled in two 
places in TOSHIBA Power Saver : the Hibernate window and the battery Alarm item of the Alarm window. 
You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged. 
Procedures 
To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect 
the AC adaptor to...

 
 
 
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6-10TOSHIBA TE2300 ■ The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer 
for a long time. 
■ A cool battery is installed in a warm computer. 
In such case, follow the steps below. 
  1.  Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the 
power on until the power automatically shuts off. 
  2.  Plug in the AC adaptor. 
  3....

 
 
 
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6-11TOSHIBA TE2300 ■ Turn off hard disks 
 
■ How often and how long you use the hard disk, CD/DVD-ROM drive 
and the diskette drive. 
■ How much charge the battery contained to begin with. 
■ How you use optional devices, such as a PC card, to which the 
battery supplies power. 
■ Enabling Resume mode conserves battery power if you are frequently 
turning the...

 
 
 
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6-12TOSHIBA TE2300 ■ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. 
■ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than 
one month, remove the battery pack. 
■ Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged. 
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life. 
■ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight...

 
 
 
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Removing the battery pack 
Installing the battery pack 
To install a battery pack, follow the steps below. 
 
The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly 
replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as...