Dell Latitude D430 User Manual

32 Using a Battery
To remove the battery:
1
If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that
came with your docking device for instructions.
2 Ensure that the computer is turned off.
3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the
battery from the bay.
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASES (2) — Releases the battery.
BATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an
electrical outlet.
To replace the battery, place the battery in the bay and press down until the battery-bay latch release
clicks.
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, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the
Battery" on page 31) before you use it.
1 battery-bay latch releases (2) 2 battery
1
2

Dell Latitude D430 Specifications

General

RAM	Up to 2GB DDR2
Graphics	Intel GMA 950
Battery	4-cell or 6-cell Lithium Ion
Chipset	Intel 945GMS
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo U7600 (1.2 GHz)
Storage	60GB, 80GB
Display	12.1-inch WXGA (1280x800) LCD
Operating System	Windows XP Professional
Optical Drive	External (optional)
Wireless	802.11a/b/g
Ports	2 x USB 2.0, VGA, Ethernet, Modem, Headphone/Microphone, Docking Connector