Toshiba Satellite P30 - Manual (Page 111)

User’s Manual 6-11
Power and Power-Up Modes
Replacing the battery pack
When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to
install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after the
battery has been fully recharged, the battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare
when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source.
This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery pack, follow the steps below.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computer's power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down.
5. Unlock the Battery Double Lock.
6. Slide the battery latch to the right, then pull the battery out of the battery
bay.
Removing the battery pack
■ When handling battery packs, be careful not to short circuit the
terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not
scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
■ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode.
Data in memory will be lost.
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For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack.
Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer.