When I hit power button to turn computer on - computer shuts down

My Toshiba Sattelite A305D-S6849 started shutting down randomly.  At one point I was able to restart it by unplugging it, removing battery, holding power button for 20 sec, replacing battery, plugging A/C in & it worked.
NOW HOWEVER, even after completing above process, the a/c charger light is on, the battery light is on - but when I hit the power button, everything shuts down.

You could try booting with only AC power or only battery power, but regardless, I suggest you seek servicing by calling (800) 457-7777.
- Peter

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