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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
Hibernation" on page
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
Push and hold the battery release latch, then firmly pull
the battery pack toward yourself.
WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on
protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following
the advice in
Taking care of your battery
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your
battery and prolong its life.
Safety precautions
❖
If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or
changes color or shape while it is being used or charged,
turn off the computer's power immediately and
disconnect the power cord from the power socket.
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.
❖
Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
❖
Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery.
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging
could damage it.
Changing the main battery
83.
"Disposing of used batteries safely" on page
Mobile Computing
95
"Using
97.
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