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Replacing the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Locating Components
To replace the battery:
1
If your notebook is on and is connected to AC
power, go to
Step 2
.
- OR -
If your notebook is on and is not plugged into
an AC outlet, save your work and turn off the
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.
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for
Customer Care information.
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal
Information
See your user guide for important safety, regulatory, and
legal information.
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Country, the Gateway stylized logo, and the black-and-white
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Tips & Tricks
If your notebook is connected to AC power you
can change the battery while the notebook is
turned on. If your notebook is not plugged into
an AC outlet, you must turn the notebook off
while changing the battery.
Warning
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with a battery specifically
manufactured for your notebook. Recycle or
discard 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
