Removing The Battery - Dell Inspiron 1200 Owner's Manual

Removing the Battery

CAUTION:
explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from
Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use a
battery from other computers with your computer.
CAUTION:
the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem
from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from
the computer.
NOTICE:
You must remove all external cables from the computer to avoid possible
connector damage.
To remove the battery:
1 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See
the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
2 Ensure that the computer is turned off.
3 Slide the battery-bay latch on the bottom of the computer, and release.
4 Slide the battery-bay latch release closest to the side of the computer, and
then remove the battery from the bay.
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Using a Battery
Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or
Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect