Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference Manual page 113

Power Sources: Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference
3. Remove any device that may be installed in the media bay (see
a. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
b. Slide the media bay latch toward the unlock icon to release the device in the bay.
c. Hold the latch in the unlock position while pulling the device out of the bay.
d. Release the latch after you remove the device.
4. Slide the new battery firmly into the media bay.
You should hear a click when the battery is fully seated.
Figure 3. Removing a Device From the Media Bay
Installing a Second Battery With Softex Docking Services or BayManager Software
NOTICE: To avoid data loss, do not replace a battery while the computer is turned on unless the computer is connected to an
electrical outlet or a second battery is installed.
If your computer is not running Windows 98 with Softex BayManager or Windows NT with Softex Docking Services, see
To install a battery in the media bay with Softex Docking Services or Softex BayManager, perform the following steps:
1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open application programs.
2. If the computer is docked, undock it.
For instructions see your Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide.
3. Double-click the Docking Services or BayManager icon in the Windows system tray on the taskbar.\
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Figure 3):
1 Unlock icon
2 Media bay latch
"Installing a Second Battery."