Replacing The Battery; To Replace The Battery - Gateway M685 Hardware Replacement Manual

Replacing the Battery

Tips & Tricks If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can
change the battery while your notebook is turned on.
Locating Components
Battery
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with a battery specifically
manufactured for your notebook. Recycle or
dispose of the battery as hazardous waste.
Warning
The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do
not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or
incinerate.
Keep away from children.

To replace the battery:

1 Disconnect your notebook from the optional port
replicator.
2 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power,
go to Step 3.
- OR -
If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC
power, save your work and turn off your notebook.
3 Close the LCD panel.
Technical Support
See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer
Care Information. See your hardware guide for important
safety, regulatory, and legal information.
4 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
5 Slide the battery lock to the unlock position.
6 Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery
out of your notebook.
7 Slide the replacement battery into your notebook
until it snaps into place.
8 Slide the battery lock to the lock position.
9 Turn your notebook over.
10 Reconnect the optional port replicator.
11 Plug your notebook into an AC outlet.
12 Open the LCD panel and press the power button.
Important
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eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
www.gateway.com
Replacing the Battery
If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue
after three hours, contact Gateway Customer
Care at the Web address or telephone number
shown on the label on the bottom of your
notebook.
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