Chapter 2. Installing the Battery Backup Unit
Replacing the Battery
The Battery Backup Unit (BBU) will last for many years. The battery has an expected life span of one to two years depending on usage.
You can check the current status of the battery, and test it. For details, see instructions in 3ware 9550SX Serial ATA RAID Controller User Guide.
Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. To obtain a replacement battery module, contact AMCC.
For proper battery disposal resources, contact RBRC, the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (www.rbrc.com).
Vorsicht: Es entsteht Explosionsgefahr bei Auswechslung der Baterie mit einer des falschen Typs. Um eine Ersatzbaterie zu erhalten, wenden Sie sich an die AMCC.
Um Ressourcen zur korrekten Entsorgung der Baterie in Erfahrung zu bringen, wenden Sie sich an die RBRC (the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation)
(www.rbrc.com).
To replace the battery
1Make sure the system is powered down, that you are grounded, and follow all appropriate safet procedures.
2Remove the 3ware RAID controller from your system.
3Press down on the top of the battery module to free the clip on the bottom of the module.
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