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Replacing the Battery
This section describes how to remove and replace the primary battery.
WARNING
To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, strictly adhere to the following:
Keep the battery away from extreme heat.
Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.
Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.
Read the precautions printed on the battery, and/or on the
Warning Leaflet
inserted
between your keyboard and LCD screen.
Removing the Battery in your Notebook
Caution
Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC adaptor.
Failure to do so can result in data loss.
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Caution
Be extra careful to avoid damage at your
notebook.
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Note
Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated to remove the battery.
Save your files, exit Windows
®
, and turn off
system power.
Close the LCD panel and turn the system
over
.
Unlock the battery security lock.
Hold the latch to the "Unlock" position.
Slide the battery outwards to remove the
battery.