Back to Contents PageBatteryDell Studio™ 1745/1747 Service ManualRemoving the BatteryReplacing the BatteryRemoving the Battery1. Shut down the computer and turn it over.2. Slide the battery release latch until it clicks into place.3. Slide the battery out of the battery bay.Replacing the BatterySlide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place.Back to Contents PageWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™is not covered by your warranty.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metalsurface (such as a connector on your computer).CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed forother Dell computers.1 battery 2 battery release latch