Replacing the Battery

A lithium battery on the motherboard provides backup power for the computer timekeeping capability. The battery has an estimated life expectancy of seven years.

When the battery starts to weaken, the date and time may become incorrect. If the battery fails, replace it with a CR2032 lithium battery (3 volt, 220mAH rating) or an equivalent battery.

WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with a battery of the same, or an equivalent, type. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

1Prepare the computer to be opened, and then open the left access door, open and remove the PCI door, and remove the thermal divider. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.

2Remove any cables or add-in cards as needed so that you can reach the battery. See “Removing and Installing an Add-in Card” on page 39.

3To remove the battery, push the latch away from the battery, and lift it out of the socket.

4Install the new CR2032 battery in the socket, with the positive (+) side facing the latch.

5Replace the add-in cards or any cables you removed.

6Replace the thermal divider, replace and close the PCI door, close the left access door and the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.

Part number: 5992-1557

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