Replacing The Battery Pack - Toshiba Tecra A7 User Manual

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Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

Replacing the battery pack

When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to
install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after fully
recharging the battery, the battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare
when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source.
This section explains how to remove and install battery packs.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery pack, follow the steps below.
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When handling battery pack, be careful not to short circuit the
terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not
scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
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Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mood.
Data is stored in RAM, so if the computter loses power it will be lose.
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In Hibernation mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery or
disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the
Fixed HDD/ODD indicator to go out.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computerís power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing
you.
5. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the unlock position.
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Battery Release Latch
Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position
Power and Power-Up Modes
Battery Pack Lock
Battery Pack
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