M o t h e r b o a r d : f e a t u r e s & u p g r a d e s
FT1200 HANDBOOK 5/17
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
your Mitsubishi Electric supplier. Discard used batteries
according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Observe the precautions in
Safety and Regulatory
Notices.
2. Turn off the computer, disconnect the computer’s
power cord, and disconnect all external peripherals.
3. Remove the computer cover.
4. Locate the battery on the motherboard using the
diagram on page 4 of this chapter.
5. With a small
non-metallic
tool, gently pull the
retaining clip from the battery, and it will pop up for
easy removal. Note the orientation of the “+” and “-”
on the battery.
WARNING
You must not use a metal or other conductive implement to
remove the battery. If a short-circuit is accidentally made
between the battery’s positive and negative terminals, the battery
may explode.
6. Install the new battery in the socket, orienting the “+”
and “-” correctly and press it home. Make sure the
retaining clip is holding the battery in the socket
correctly and firmly.
7. Replace the computer cover.
You will need to enter the BIOS and setup utility to check
your system settings. See Chapter 3. ‘Configuration’, for
details.
