User Guide

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Preparing the convertible notebook
To prepare the convertible notebook for maintenance:
1 Make sure that the disc drive is empty.
2 Turn off the convertible notebook.
3 Make sure the LCD panel is in notebook mode, then close the LCD panel.
4 Disconnect your convertible notebook from the optional port replicator.
5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if connected to the convertible
notebook.
6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any PC
Cards and memory cards.
7 Remove the main and optional secondary batteries. For more information, see “Removing
the batteries” on page 5.
Removing the batteries
Removing the main battery
To remove the main battery:
1 Turn the convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
2 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position , then slide the battery release latch.
3 Slide the battery out of the bay.