HP (Hewlett-Packard) 425 Laptop User Manual


 
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Battery
(End User Replaceable)
All of the monochrome OmniBook models use the same HP Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH)
Battery Pack, part number F1045A (service replacement part number F1045-60901). However,
for some models, 1.5 V AA batteries can be used in place of the NiMH battery pack. The
following table lists all of the monochrome OmniBooks and the batteries that can be used safely
in each model.
OmniBook 300 OmniBook 425 OmniBook 430 OmniBook 530
Flash Disk
Version
NiMH Battery
Pack
AA Alkaline
AA Lithium
NiMH Battery
Pack
AA Alkaline
AA Lithium
not applicable not applicable
Hard Disk
Version
NiMH Battery
Pack
AA Lithium
NiMH Battery
Pack
AA Lithium
NiMH Battery
Pack
AA Lithium
NiMH Battery
Pack
WARNING:
Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries can
burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals.
A nickel-metal-hydride rechargeable battery pack must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Recycle or discard used size-AA batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Required Equipment
none
Removal Procedure
1. Release the two latches on the battery cover on the bottom case, then remove the cover.
Refer to the below illustration.
2. Do one of the following to remove the battery:
If an OmniBook battery pack is installed, lift it out by its tab.
If AA batteries are installed in place of the OmniBook battery pack, lift each out
individually.