Handling The Computer Battery Pack; Restoring System Software; Required Tools And Equipment - Texas Instruments Extensa 570x Series Maintenance Manual

6.2.3
The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and
handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life. Periodically
inspect the battery terminals and the batteries for evidence of corrosion and
oxide build-up; clean if necessary.
To ensure that the battery pack endures a normal life cycle, always observe
the following precautions when handling the battery pack:
6.2.4
The hard drive on the notebook computer is factory loaded with Windows 95
and ready for operation. Supplied with the Windows 95 system is a facility
for creating backup diskettes of the system software. In the event of a disk
crash or other problem, you can use the Windows 95 Startup diskette to
boot the unit and perform troubleshooting.
6.3
All notebook computer corrective maintenance procedures can be performed
using the following tools:
6-2
Field Service

Handling the Computer Battery Pack

Do not drop the battery pack or subject it to excessive shock and
vibration.
Do not expose the battery pack to direct sunlight, moisture, or chemical
compounds.
Do not disassemble the battery pack.
Do not use the battery pack to power other devices.
Do not short the battery leads or connect the battery with reversed
polarity.
Never attempt to charge the battery pack in any way other than as
described in this manual.
Always charge the battery pack as soon as possible after a low battery
indication.

Restoring System Software

Required Tools and Equipment

Tweezers
Small flat-blade screwdriver
Small Phillips screwdriver
Hexagonal Screwdriver
Plastic Stick