Gateway 450 manual 143, Changing batteries

Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up.

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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Warning

Replace only with a Gateway 450SX4 battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s 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.

Replacing the main battery

To replace the main battery:

1 If your notebook is on and is plugged into an AC outlet or has a charged secondary battery installed, go to Step 2.

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If your notebook is on and is not plugged into an AC outlet and does not have a charged secondary battery installed, save your work and turn off the notebook.

2 Close the LCD panel.

3 Disconnect your notebook from the optional port replicator (see “Disconnecting from the port replicator” on page 260).

Changing batteries

If your notebook is plugged into an AC outlet or if it has a charged secondary battery installed, you can change the main battery while the notebook is turned on. If your notebook has only one battery and it is not plugged into an AC outlet, you must turn the notebook off while changing the batteries.

Changing batteries

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