1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 19.
3. Locate the battery on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 14.
4. Remove the system board battery.
Figure30. Removing the system board battery
5. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
What to do next:
• To install a new system board battery, see “Installing the system board battery” on page 39.
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
Installing the system board battery
Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information”
on page iii
and “Guidelines” on page 17.
This section provides instructions on how to install the system board battery.
Be sure to consider the following information when you replace the battery in the server:
• You must replace the battery with a lithium battery of the same type from the same manufacturer.
• After you replace the system board battery, you must recongure the server and reset the system date
and time.
• To avoid possible danger, read and follow the following safety statement.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only the battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your
system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by
the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled,
or disposed of.
Do not:
• Throw or immerse into water
• Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
• Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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