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Replacing the battery
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Troubleshooting the battery installation
If you have problems after installing the new battery, try each of the items
listed below, restarting the computer after each try.
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Turn off the computer and make sure that all exterior cables are attached
and secured to the correct connectors.
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Make sure that all power switches are on. If the computer is plugged into
a power strip or surge protector, make sure it is turned on also.
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Enter the BIOS Setup utility and compare the settings on the screen with
your notes or the system hardware manuals. Correct any discrepancies.
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Turn off the computer, remove the cover, and make sure that all cables
inside the case are attached securely. Also, make sure that the colored
cable edges are aligned correctly and that the connectors do not miss any
pins. Disconnect and reconnect the cables. Close the case as described
in Chapter 3, reconnect the modem and power cords, then turn on the
computer.
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Turn off the computer, remove the cover and, if you have the proper test
equipment, make sure that the new battery has power. (Although
unlikely, your new battery may be defective.) Close the case as described
in Chapter 3, reconnect the modem and power cords, then turn on the
computer.
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