Toshiba toshiba computer Underside, Battery pack, Cooling vents, Hard disk drive, Battery safety lock, Battery release latch

A500/A500D series

Underside

The following figure shows the underside of the computer. You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage.

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a. Battery safety lock b. Battery release latch

c.Battery

d.Cooling vent

e.Memory module slots

f.Hard Disk Drive

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Figure 2-4 The underside of the computer

Battery safety lock	Slide this latch into its “Unlock” position in order to
	release the battery pack and prepare for removal.
Battery release latch	Slide and hold this latch into its “Unlock” position
	in order to release the battery pack.
	For more detailed information on removing the
	battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power
	and Power-up Modes.
Battery pack	The battery pack provides power to the computer
	when the AC adaptor is not connected. For more
	detailed information on the use and operation of
	the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power
	and Power-up Modes.
Cooling vents	The computer’s cooling vents help keep the
	processor from overheating.
Hard disk drive	The hard disk drive contains the main storage for
	the computer. Disk size varies depending on the
	model purchased.

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