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Mobile Computing
Changing the main battery
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Changing the main battery
When your battery power is running low, you have two
options—connect the computer to an AC power source or
install a charged battery.
When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or short-
circuit its terminals.
Removing the battery from the computer
1
Save your work.
2
Turn off the computer via the
Start
menu or place it in
Hibernate mode according to the instructions in
3
Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down with the front side of the computer facing you.
5
Slide the battery lock forward to unlock the battery pack.
6
Push and hold the battery release latch.
Releasing the battery