BIOS upgrade: "AC ADAPTOR IS PLUGGED OUT" ...not properly detected in fact

Hi,
I've got a Toshiba Satellite Pro 6100 working fine, but it is not detecting battery properly.
For instance, I've just tried to perform a BIOS upgrade and I received a error message "AC ADAPTOR IS PLUGGED OUT" with the BATTERY IN or TAKEN OUT.
I can't start the computer on battery alone, but it does remain ON if I disconnect the AC power. Once disconnected, the front LED goes OFF but battery led DOES NOT and the computer remains ON without AC. Despite the fact there is no indication on the LED or battery monitor, it operates on battery alone for an unknown period (not tested, but exceeding 15 minutes). I don't use battery power alone, just AC.
I worked fine a few days ago. I thought the problem was related to drivers and OS recently reinstalled (Windows XP Pro French, with French drivers) but it is not.
I am now suspecting a defective battery or power board. I just ordered a new battery.
Any clues on other possible explanations and cures?
Best regards,
Martin

I can't edit as it is, so I will clarify with another message
BIOS upgrade is telling me my AC is not connected, but it is (brand new adaptor). Even if I remove the battery, it is telling me it is not on AC, but AC led goes ON/OFF as expected.
My laptop no longer detects the presence of batteries, either on front led or by power management console.
Battery is holding the charge just fine, and does maintain the computer ON if disconnected but it can't start the notebook from batteries alone.
This is the mysery, waiting to be resolved.
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