2.3  Power Supply Troubleshooting  2  Troubleshooting Procedures 
Procedure 3  Connection Check 
The wiring diagram related to the power supply is shown below: 
 
Any of the connectors may be disconnected.  Perform Check 1. 
Check 1  Make sure the AC adapter and the AC power cord are firmly plugged into the 
DC IN 15 V socket and wall outlet. If these cables are connected correctly, go 
to Check 2. 
Check 2  Replace the AC adapter and the AC power cord with new ones. 
•  If the DC IN icon does not light, go to Procedure 5. 
•  If the battery icon does not light, go to Check 3. 
Check 3  Make sure the battery pack is installed in the computer correctly. If the battery 
is properly installed and the battery icon still does not light, go to Procedure 4.  
Procedure 4  Charging Check 
Check if the power supply controller charges the battery pack properly. Perform the 
following procedures: 
Check 1  Make sure the AC adapter is firmly plugged into the DC IN socket.  
Check 2  Make sure the battery pack is properly installed. If the battery is properly 
installed, go to Check 3. 
Check 3  The battery pack may be completely discharged. Wait a few minutes to charge 
the battery pack while connecting the battery pack and the AC adapter. If the 
battery pack is still not charged, go to Check 4. 
Check 4  The battery’s temperature is too high or low. Return the temperature to normal 
operating condition. If the battery pack is still not charged, go to Check 5. 
Check 5  Replace the battery pack with a new one. If the battery pack is still not charged, 
go to Procedure 5. 
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