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Coin-Cell Battery
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory
Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: The battery may explode if installed incorrectly. Replace the battery
only with the same or equivalent type. Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

Removing the Coin-Cell Battery

CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default. It is
recommended that you note the BIOS settings before removing the
coin-cellbattery.
Prerequisites
1
Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page15.
2
Remove the battery pack. See "Removing the Battery" on page 17.
3
Remove the center-control cover.
See "Removing the Center-Control Cover" on page33.
4
Remove the keyboard. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page37.
5
Remove the palm-rest assembly.
See "Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page41.