Dell PP17L manual Removing a Battery, Installing a Battery, Storing a Battery

Removing a Battery

CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the telephone wall jack.

For information about removing the second battery, see your User’s Guide.

1Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management mode (Hibernation mode), or connected to an electrical outlet.

2If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

3Slide and hold the battery-bay (or module-bay) latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

Installing a Battery

Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.

For information about installing the second battery, see your User’s Guide.

Storing a Battery

Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, charge the battery fully before you use it.

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