Replacing the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Battery packs are easy to install and remove.
Warning:
to prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the following:
Keep the battery away from extreme heat.
Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.
Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.
Read the precautions printed on the battery, and/or on the Warning Leaflet inserted between your
keyboard and LCD screen.
Installing the Battery in your System
Caution:
be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC adapter.
Failure to do so can result in data loss.
1. Save your files, exit Windows, and turn off system power.
2. Close the LCD panel and turn the system over.
3. Remove the battery as follows:
Slide the battery release latch upwards and hold it firmly in place (A).
Slide the battery pack out of its compartment (B), and set it aside.
4. Insert the new battery as follows:
Slide the battery pack in its compartment until it locks into place.
5. Turn the system over.
Handling the Battery
Review the following before handling the system battery.
Caution:
use the battery only in the Versa computer for which it is designed. Mixing other Versa batteries,
other manufacturer's batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can deteriorate battery
and equipment performance.
Turn off power to the system after use.