4 Replacement Procedures
4.2
Battery pack/PC card
4.2.1 Battery pack
Removing the battery pack
The following describes the procedure for removing the battery pack (See Figurer 4-1)
Caution: Take care not to short circuit the terminals when removing the battery pack.
Similarly, do not drop, knock, scratch, disassemble, twist, or bend the battery
pack.
1. Turn off the power of the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter and all other external devices from the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down.
4. Slide the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow and open the lock.
Pull the battery slightly.
Note: Dispose of the used battery pack in accordance with the laws and ordinances of
your local authority.
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Figure 4-1 Removing the battery pack
4.2 Battery pack/PC card
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