Replacing FRUs

Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel connector assignments (configurations). A coin-cell battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer.

The coin-cell battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no coin-cell battery lasts forever. If the coin-cell battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer.

To replace the coin-cell battery,

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   Remove the slide cover.  For details, see Removing the slide cover.

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   Remove the storage drive.  For details, see Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive.

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   Remove the optical drive.  For details, see Replacing the optical drive.

4. 4

   Remove the computer cover and side I/O bezel.  For details, see Replacing the computer cover and side I/O bezel.

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   Remove the system board shield and side I/O bracket.  For details, see Replacing the system board shield and side I/O bracket.

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   Replace the coin-cell battery.

   
   
   

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   Reinstall the removed parts and slide cover.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.

To dispose of the coin-cell battery, refer to the “Lithium coin-cell battery notice” in the Safety and Warranty Guide.