System battery
Replacing the system battery
Prerequisites
WARNING:
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. For more information, see the safety
information that shipped with your system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
.
2. Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your system
3. If applicable, disconnect the power or data cables from expansion card(s).
Steps
1. Locate the battery socket. For more information, see the
System board jumpers and connectors
section.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing
or removing a battery.
2. Use a plastic scribe to pry out the system battery.
Figure 87. Removing the system battery
3. To install a new system battery, hold the battery with the positive side facing up and slide it under the securing tabs.
4. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place.
Figure 88. Installing the system battery
Next steps
1. If applicable, connect the cables to the expansion card(s).
2. Follow the procedure listed in
After working inside your system
.
3. While booting, press F2 to enter the System Setup and ensure that the battery is operating properly.
4. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup
Time
and
Date
fields.
5. Exit the System Setup.
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