Preparing the notebook
Removing the battery
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To prepare the notebook for maintenance:
1
Make sure that the disc drive is empty.
2
Turn off the notebook.
3
Close the LCD panel.
4
Disconnect the AC adapter, and network cable.
5
Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any Express
Cards and memory cards.
6
Remove the battery. For more information, see
To remove the battery:
1
Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
2
Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position
3
Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the notebook.
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