Toshiba A60 User Manual
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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
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.
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.
CAUTION: 1. 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.
apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing and
do not twist or bend the battery pack.
2. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in
Standby mood. Data is stored in RAM, so if the com
putter loses power it will be lose.
putter loses power it will be lose.
3. 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
save is completed. Wait for the
Fixed HDD/ODD
indicator to go out.
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 with the back of the computer facing you.
5. Slide the 2 battery pack safty locking latches toward the unlock position.
Replacing the battery pack