Battery Handling; Replacing The Battery - NEC Versa L320 User Manual

Battery Handling

Keep the following in mind when removing or replacing a battery.
T Use only the battery designed for your NEC Versa notebook. Mixing other
manufacturers' batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can
deteriorate battery and equipment performance.
T Turn off power to the system after use. Keeping system power on can degrade
battery performance and shorten battery life.
T Clean the battery connectors with a dry cloth when they get dirty.
T Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Replacing the Battery

The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Replace batteries
that display these symptoms.
T Shorter work times.
T Discoloration, warping.
T Hot to the touch.
T Strange odor.
Replace the battery installed in your NEC Versa system as follows.
Note
another manufacturer's battery or using a combination of very old and new batteries can
deteriorate battery and equipment performance.
1. Save your files, exit Windows, and turn off system power.
2. Close the LCD panel and turn over the system.
Only use batteries that are designed for your NEC Versa computer. Installing
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