[iBook] Hot-swapping batteries?

[Brian Olesky]

>>> I have a new battery arriving today or tomorrow. Do I need to shut
>>> down my iBook while replacing it, or can I just put it to sleep
>>> (give it anesthesia)?
>> 
>> Can't you just plug in the ac-adapter?
>> 
>> If so, then you can swap batteries and take your sweet time doing it.
>>  
> But yes, if you're quick about it--meaning, have the new battery
> ready to drop in. Unscrew and pop out the old one and pop in the new
> one. Don't take more than a minute and the PB will wake up from sleep
> all bright-eyed.
> -don
> 
Yes, but...

I've found in the past that an occasional shut down does wonders for the
average computer, so this might be the perfect time to give it that fresh
start.

Brian