Owners Manual

Table Of Contents
3. backplane signal cable 4. backplane power cable
5. system board 6. SATA cable
7. cable routing clip
System battery
The system battery is used for low-level system functions such as powering the real-time and date settings of the system.
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 Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedures in Before working inside your system.
1. If applicable, disconnect the power or data cables from expansion card(s) in the expansion card riser 1A.
2. Remove the low profile or full height X1 expansion card riser 1A.
Steps
1. Locate the battery socket. For more information, see the 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 65. 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 66. Installing the system battery
Next steps
1. Install the expansion card riser 1A.
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Installing and removing system components