1.
Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
2.
Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
CAUTION:
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board
as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord
to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.
3.
Remove the front panel. See
Removing the front panel on page 19
.
4.
To release the battery from its holder, squeeze the metal clamp that extends above one edge of
the battery. When the battery pops up, lift it out (1).
5.
To insert the new battery, slide one edge of the replacement battery under the lip of the holder
with the positive side up. Push the other edge down until the clamp snaps over the other edge of
the battery (2).
6.
Replace the front panel. See
Replacing the front panel on page 21
.
7.
Reconnect the power cord and press the power button.
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