Replacing the Battery
Technical Support
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your reference guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
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Replacing the Battery
Locating Components
To replace the battery:
1
If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to
.
- OR -
If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC power, save
your work and turn off your notebook.
2
Close the LCD panel.
3
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4
Slide the battery lock to the unlock position.
5
Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the
notebook.
6
Slide the replacement battery into the notebook until it snaps into
place.
7
Slide the battery lock to the lock position.
8
Turn your notebook over.
9
Plug your notebook into an AC outlet.
10
Open the LCD panel and press the power button.
Important
If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the
battery while the notebook is turned on.
Warning
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook.
Recycle or dispose of the battery as hazardous waste.
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.
Keep away from children.
Battery
Important
If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours,
contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number
shown on the label on the bottom of your notebook.
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