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Chapter 9: Managing Power
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Installing a second battery
Your notebook has a modular bay that accepts a second battery. When a
second battery is installed, the system uses power from the second battery
when the main battery’s charge is exhausted. Both batteries recharge when
the notebook is connected to AC power.
To install a second battery:
1 If your notebook is on, save all work and turn off your computer.
2 Close the cover.
3 Turn your notebook over.
Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the Gateway Li-Ion battery designed for
your specific model. 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 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Dispose of used
battery promptly. Keep away from children.
Important On the Solo 9500, the second battery is installed in the
5.25” module bay. On the Solo 9550, the second battery
is installed in the 3.5” module bay.
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