Gateway M465, Reference Manual

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Changing batteries
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Changing batteries
Replacing the main battery
Warning
Danger of explosion if
a battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with a
battery specifically
manufactured for your
Gateway notebook.
Discard used batteries
according to local
hazardous material
regulations.
The battery used in this
device may present a
fire or chemical burn
hazard if mishandled.
Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F
(100°C), or incinerate.
Dispose of the used
battery promptly. Keep
away from children.
Caution
If your notebook is
connected to AC
power, or if you have a
charged secondary
battery installed, you
can change the main
battery while the
notebook is turned on.
If your notebook is not
plugged into an AC
outlet, and you do not
have a charged
secondary battery
installed, you must
turn the notebook off
while changing the
battery or you will lose
any unsaved data.
To replace the main battery:
1
Disconnect your notebook from the
optional port replicator.
2
If your notebook is on and is connected
directly to AC power (not using a port
replicator) or has a charged secondary
battery installed, go to
Step 3 .
-OR-
If your notebook is on, is not plugged into
an AC outlet, and does not have a charged
secondary battery installed, save your work
and turn off the notebook.
3
Close the LCD panel.
4
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is
facing up.
5
Slide the battery lock to the unlocked
position.
6
Slide the battery release latch, then slide
the battery out of the notebook.
7
Slide a recharged battery into the
notebook until it snaps into place.