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Mobile Computing
Changing the main battery
5.375 x 8.375 ver 3.1
Removing the battery
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective
gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the
advice in
“Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 121
.
The computer’s main battery is a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery,
which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or
disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only
irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as
required by local ordinances or regulations.
Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.
Inserting the battery
To insert the battery in your computer:
1
Follow steps 1-5 in
“Removing the battery from the
computer” on page 117
.
