Toshiba Satellite M40 (PSM42) - Manual (Page 115)

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 fully
recharging the battery, 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 battery packs.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery pack, follow the steps below.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computerís power off. Make sure the
Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing
you.
5. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the unlock position.
Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position
■ When handling battery pack, 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 mood.
Data is stored in RAM, so if the computter loses power it will be lose.
■ In Hibernation mode, data will be lose if you remove the battery or
disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the
Fixed HDD/ODD indicator to go out.
Battery Pack
Battery Pack
Lock
Battery Release Latch