Service Manual

Steps
1. Locate the battery socket.
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 99. 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 100. Installing the system battery
Next steps
1. If removed, install the low profile or full height X1 expansion card risers.
2. If applicable, connect the cables to the expansion card(s).
3. Install the air shroud.
4. Install the system cover.
5. Place the system into the rack. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/xcseriesmanuals.
6. Open the drive bays, install all drives, and then close the drive bays.
7. Install the power supply units.
8. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
9. While booting, press F2 to enter the System Setup and ensure that the battery is operating properly.
10. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields.
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Installing and removing system components