User's Manual

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Chapter 8: Managing Power
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Changing batteries
Your notebook must be plugged into AC power or turned off while changing
the batteries.
To replace the battery:
1 If your notebook is on, save all work and shut down the notebook.
2 Close the notebook cover, turn your notebook over, slide the battery
release latch, and slide the battery out of the bay.
3 Slide a charged battery into the bay until it snaps into place.
Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with a Gateway battery designed for your
notebook. Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturers instructions.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Dispose of used
battery promptly. Keep away from children.