Gateway GM5684E, Reference Manual

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To replace the battery:
1
Restart your computer.
2
During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. The main
menu of the BIOS Setup utility opens.
3
Write down all values in the menus and submenus, then
exit from the utility.
4
Shut down your computer.
5
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
“Removing the side panel” on page 35 .
6
For more stability, place your computer on its side. To
avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other
non-abrasive surface.
7
Locate the old battery on the system board and note its
orientation. You will need to install the new battery the
same way.
8
Push the battery release tab. The battery pops out of the
socket.
Caution
Any custom BIOS settings you have made will be lost when you
remove the system battery. All settings will return to their factory
defaults.
Important
Your computer’s battery location may vary from the illustration
below.
Battery release tab
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