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    battery latch broken or am I just a newb?

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Lozz, Sep 1, 2009.

  1. Lozz

    Lozz Top Overpriced Dell

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    I've had a couple dell/HP computers before ...so the whole sliding latch thing isn't new to me.. however mine is only moving about 1/4 of an inch and then won't continue the rest of the way to 'pop' the battery out. Am I missing something or is this the correct way to remove the battery? I just tried using a bit of force with a pen and nothing.. it won't budge(the latch past that 1 point). Kinda aggervated since I've had my M17x for a whole 5hours..
     
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  2. ZenithNoesis

    ZenithNoesis Notebook Evangelist

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    warranty. send new battery overnight, send the broken one back in the mail.
     
    ZenithNoesis, Sep 1, 2009
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  3. sleey0

    sleey0 R.I.P. AW Side Topics

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    The M17x latch is very stiff.

    Make sure your using enough pressure to slide it over...
     
    sleey0, Sep 1, 2009
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