Dell GX240 manual Replacing the Battery

You can operate your computer without a battery; however, without a battery, the configuration information is erased if the computer is turned off or unplugged from the electrical outlet. In this case, you must enter system setup and reset the configuration options.

CAUTION: There is a danger of the new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Replacing the Battery

To replace the battery, perform the following steps:

1If you have not already done so, make a copy of your configuration information in system setup.

If the settings are lost while you are replacing the battery, refer to your written or printed copy of the configuration information to restore the correct settings.

CAUTION: Before you open the computer cover, see “Safety First—For You and Your Computer.”

2Open the computer cover.

NOTICE: If you pry the battery out of its socket with a blunt object, be careful not to touch the system board with the object. Make certain that the object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you attempt to pry out the battery. Otherwise, you may damage the system board by prying off the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the system board.

3Remove the battery by prying it out of its socket with your fingers or with a blunt, nonconductive object, such as a plastic screwdriver.

See the system board figure for the location of the battery.

4Install the new battery.

a Orient the battery with the side labeled “+” facing up. b Insert the battery into the socket, and snap it into place.

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