I n s i d e t h e S y s t e m U n i t
APRICOT LS/VS340 OWNER’S HANDBOOK A/9
Replacing the configuration battery
The computer keeps a record of its current hardware configuration
in a CMOS memory chip which is sustained by a small battery.
This battery has a life of up to 5 years. When the battery is
discharged the contents of the configuration memory will not be
maintained while the computer is turned off. If you find that you
have to reconfigure the computer every time you turn it on, the
battery is probably failing and needs to be replaced.
The battery is a 3 volt lithium type (CR2032 or equivalent)
typically used in calculators and other small, battery-powered
electronic items.
To replace the battery
1. Turn off the computer and unplug all power cords.
2. Take suitable anti-static precautions and remove the system
unit cover.
3. If there is a removable-media drive fitted, unplug its power and
signal cables from the rear of the drive.
4. Remove the two screws that secure the removable-media drive
tray, then slide the tray backwards slightly and lift it out of the
system unit. Put it down on a flat, anti-static surface.
5. Identify the battery holder from the following illustration.
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