3.Slide the battery outward, then lift the front of the battery (2), and then pull it outward (3) to remove the battery from the computer.
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive
CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
Removing the hard drive
To remove a hard drive:
1.Save your work and shut down the computer.
2.Disconnect AC power and external devices connected to the computer.
3.Remove the battery. (Refer to Inserting or removing the battery on page 22.)
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