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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.
Note
Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated to remove the
battery.
1
Save your files, exit Windows
®
,
and turn off system power.
2
Close the LCD panel and turn the
system over.
CAUTION
Be extra careful to avoid damage
to your notebook
3
Unlock the battery security lock.
4
Hold the latch to the "Unlock"
position.
5
Slide the battery outwards to
remove the battery.
Installing the Battery in your Notebook
Note
Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated to install the battery.
Insert the new battery as follows:
1
Turn the notebook over.
CAUTION
Be extra careful to avoid damage
to your notebook.
2
Make sure you unlock the battery
security lock.
3
Align the battery with the battery
bay slot and connector.
4
Place the battery into the battery
bay. Carefully press and secure
the battery into the battery bay.
5
Make sure you
lock
the battery
security lock.