Replacing the system battery
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section:
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If installed, remove the front bezel.
If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
Remove the system cover.
Remove the expansion card riser.
Keep the plastic scribe ready.
WARNING: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. See your safety information for additional information.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
Removing the system battery:
Locate the battery socket. For more information, see the System board connectors section..
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing or removing a battery.
Use a plastic scribe to pry out the system battery as shown in the following illustration:
Installing the battery:
Install a new system battery by holding the battery with the "+" sign facing up and slide it under the securing tabs.
Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place.
Install the expansion card riser.
Follow the procedure listed in the After working in your system section:
Install the system cover.
If applicable, install the system into the rack.
If removed, install the front bezel.
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and ensure that the battery is operating properly.
Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields.
Exit System Setup.
