Dell Latitude D510 - Manual (Page 15)

Quick Reference Guide
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Removing a Battery
CAUTION:
Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the telephone wall jack.
For information about removing the second battery, see your User’s Guide.
1 Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management mode
(Hibernation mode), or connected to an electrical outlet.
2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation
that came with your docking device for instructions.
3 Slide and hold the battery-bay (or module-bay) latch release on the bottom of the computer,
and then remove the battery from the bay.
Installing a Battery
Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.
For information about installing the second battery, see your User’s Guide.
Storing a Battery
Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery
discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, charge the battery fully before
you use it.