Removing the Battery:
Before working inside your computer
To avoid damaging your computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
Ensure that you follow the Safety Instruction.
Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
Turn off your computer.
Disconnect all network cables from the computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.
NOTE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
Remove the base cover.
Disconnect the battery cable from its connector on the system board.
Release the tabs that secure the battery in the battery bay.
Lift and remove the battery from the computer.
Installing the Battery:
Place the battery into its slot until it clicks into place.
Connect the battery cable to its connector on the system board.
Install the base cover.
After working inside your computer
After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure that you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your computer.
Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer.
Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
Turn on your computer.
If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running ePSA diagnostics.
