Toshiba Satellite U845W User Guide - Page 78
Charging batteries, Charging the main battery
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78 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the computer should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ 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. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.