5
Maintenance
Inserting or removing the battery
NOTE:
For additional information on using the battery, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
To insert the battery:
1.
Insert the battery into the battery bay, aligning the tabs on the battery (1) with the notches on the
computer.
2.
Press the battery (2) down until it is seated. The battery automatically locks into place.
To remove the battery:
CAUTION:
information. To prevent loss of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the
computer through Windows before removing the battery.
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Slide the battery release latch (1), and then pull the battery (2) upward. Remove the battery (3).
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Chapter 5 Maintenance
Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of