WARNING!
This computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide battery. There is a risk of
fire and burns if the battery is not handled properly. To reduce the risk of personal injury:
Do not attempt to recharge the battery.
Do not expose to temperatures higher than 140°F (60°C).
Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.
Replace the battery only with the HP spare designated for this product.
CAUTION:
Before replacing the battery, it is important to back up the computer CMOS settings.
When the battery is removed or replaced, the CMOS settings will be cleared. Refer to
Computer
Setup (F10) Utility on page 8
for information on backing up the CMOS settings.
NOTE:
HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges,
and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, go to
http://www.hp.com/
recycle
.
CAUTION:
Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optional
equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by
briefly touching a grounded metal object.
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 90
).
2.
Remove the access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 99
).
NOTE:
It may be necessary to remove an expansion card to gain access to the battery.
3.
Locate the battery and battery holder on the system board.
4.
Depending on the type of battery holder on your system board, complete the following
instructions to replace the battery:
Type 1 Battery Holder
1.
Lift the battery out of its holder.
Figure 7-63
Removing the battery from a type 1 holder
2.
Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up.
3.
The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position.
4.
Replace the computer access panel.
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