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Removing or replacing the batteries – Apple PowerBook (500 Series) User Manual

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Removing or replacing the batteries

To remove or replace the batteries, follow these steps.

1

Save your work, and then choose Shut Down or Sleep from the Special menu, or plug in

the power adapter.

2

Close the display.

3

Open the door of the battery you want to remove by sliding the button on the door in the

direction indicated by the arrow.

The door is physically attached to the battery.

4

Carefully pull the battery out of its compartment.

5

Move the protective slider to cover the battery contacts.

The battery contacts should not be exposed when the battery is out of the
computer.

WARNING

Use only the power adapter that came with your computer.

Adapters for other electronic devices (including other portable
computers) may look similar, but they may damage your computer.

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