How to Replace the System Battery on a PowerEdge R260

This video demonstrates the removal and installation process for the System Battery on a PowerEdge R260.

In this video, we show how to replace the system battery on a PowerEdge R260. Before removing the system battery, read through and follow safety guidelines to protect your system from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. For more information about safety guidelines, see the PowerEdge R260 Service Manual at Dell.com/Support.

In order to remove the system battery you must first remove the system cover, air shroud, and butterfly riser. To remove the system cover, using a screwdriver rotate the lock counterclockwise to the unlocked position. Press down on the two release tabs and slide the cover towards the rear to disengage it. Then lift the cover from the system. To remove the air shroud, hold it at both ends and lift it out of the system.

To remove butterfly riser, holding by the two touch points, lift it from the system. Then disconnect any attached cables. To remove the system battery, press the retension latch to release it from the system board. To install the system battery, slide it under the latch and press down to snap it into place.

To install the butterfly riser, connect any cables. Then, holding it by the blue touch points, align and lower into the system until firmly seated. To install the air shroud, align it with the standoffs on the chassis wall and lower until firmly seated. pTo install the system cover, align and place it on the system. Slide it to the front until it clicks into place. Then use a screwdriver to rotate the lock clockwise to the locked position. For more information or support about the PowerEdge R260, visit: Dell.com/Support.