Laptop starting up problem.

It just handy to have when you stuck with too few ports or them too close together.

Be aware that USB device often use power from the port. So a hub may not supply enough power for somethings. So many hubs can be plugged into the mains for power.

You can also get short extension USB leads for devices that are too big for the port.

http://www.amazon.com/6in-USB-Extension-Adapter-Cable/dp/B000E5CYW8
 
STEINER said:
I bought a new Toshiba for 500 euro. I didn't want to spend anymore than that and settled for one with an Intel i3, 6GB RAM, 2.40 MHz.
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I am getting a message on my Toshiba C660-28D laptop (purchased March 2012) regarding the battery " consider replacing your battery". It is still charging 100%. Should I invest in a proper Toshiba replacement battery? Is 15 months reasonable for a battery life? They are not cheap as per the toshiba website....

http://www.toshiba.ie/discontinued-products/satellite-c660-28d/tab/accessories/
 
STEINER said:
I am getting a message on my Toshiba C660-28D laptop (purchased March 2012) regarding the battery " consider replacing your battery". It is still charging 100%. Should I invest in a proper Toshiba replacement battery? Is 15 months reasonable for a battery life? They are not cheap as per the toshiba website....

http://www.toshiba.ie/discontinued-products/satellite-c660-28d/tab/accessories/
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It depends on how you are using it. If you use the laptop plugged in all the time it may shorten the battery life.
 
Blinder said:
Steiner, do you have windows 7 installed on the toshiba?
If you, you might want to try the steps lined out in the following link: ( See steps in 'Most helpful reply')
http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...indows-7/b2ffdaa5-e62f-47dd-9336-da268e0f54ed
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Aye, I have Windows 7. I tried to follow the steps in your link and failed as I need to be spoonfed in IT.

I found the same procedure easier to follow in this link.

http://www.helpwithwindows.com/Windows7/Check-your-laptop-battery-health-in-Windows-7.html

It generated the report for me showing battery design capacity is 47,520 but only charging to 18,058 38%, so it is on the way out.
 
STEINER said:
Aye, I have Windows 7. I tried to follow the steps in your link and failed as I need to be spoonfed in IT.

I found the same procedure easier to follow in this link.

http://www.helpwithwindows.com/Windows7/Check-your-laptop-battery-health-in-Windows-7.html

It generated the report for me showing battery design capacity is 47,520 but only charging to 18,058 38%, so it is on the way out.
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the first link seems to suggest that you can increase the battery charging by:
1. Charge the battery completely,
2. Start using laptop on battery and unplug the charger. Use the laptop until it automatically shut down itself.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 again.

Then try to run the report again to see if the charging has increased. It's worth a try before you order a new battery.
 
I have had enormous difficulty sourcing my Toshiba replacement laptop battery, I was forced to order it from a German supplier, and I am still awaiting arrival. BMS, the authorised Toshiba service provider in Ireland has gone bust, apparently a few months ago. There is no back up in Ireland for Toshiba laptop owners. The UK equivalent Topaz, won't deliver to Ireland, and has a decent online website, but only for UK.

I got no joy at all from Toshiba customer care, certainly no help in sourcing a battery.

"Thank you for your recent enquiry.
We are sorry at the frustration you have encountered when trying to purchase a replacement battery.

Unfortunately, due to BMS being forced to close, it has left us without an authorised service provider to supply our parts inside Ireland, whilst we are looking into any suitable partners to work with in the future, we are unable to comment or commit to when this will occur. "
 
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