Toshiba 50CT User Guide - Page 28

1 Hardware Overview 1.8 Batteries 1.8 Batteries The computer has two types of batteries: q Main battery pack q RTC battery Battery specifications are listed in Table 1-7. Table 1-7 Battery specifications Battery name Main battery pack RTC battery Material Lithium-Ion Nickel Metal Hydride Output voltage 10.8 V 2.4 V Capacity 1,200 mAh 11 mAh 1.8.1 Main Battery Pack The removable main battery pack is the computer's main power source when the Universal AC Adapter is not connected. The main battery pack maintains the state of the computer when the computer enters into hibernation mode. 1.8.2 Battery Icon The icon color shows the status of the removable battery pack. Each color indicates: Orange Green Blinking orange No light The battery is being charged. (Universal AC Adapter connected) The battery is full charged. (Universal AC Adapter connected) The battery is low when the power is on. Under any other conditions, the LED does not light. 1.8.3 Battery Charging Control A power supply microprocessor mounted on the system board controls whether the battery charge is on or off and also detects a full charge when the Universal AC Adapter and battery are connected to the computer. The system charges the battery using quick charge or trickle charge. q Quick Battery Charge The battery quick charges when the Universal AC Adapter is connected and the system is powered off or in stand-by mode. Libretto 50CT/70CT Maintenance Manual 1-15