Next steps
1. Install the following:
a. backplane
b. drives
2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
3. Enter the System Setup to confirm that the battery is operating properly.
4. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup's Time and Date fields.
5. Exit the System Setup.
6. To test the newly installed battery, remove the system from the enclosure, for at least an hour.
7. Reinstall the system into the enclosure, after an hour.
8. Enter the System Setup and if the time and date are still incorrect, see the Getting helpsection.
Replacing the NVRAM backup battery - Option B
Prerequisites
NOTE: 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. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
See the safety instructions that came with your system for additional information.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the following:
a. drives.
b. backplane.
Steps
1. Locate the system battery on the system.
2. To remove the battery:
a. Push the battery holder slightly away.
NOTE:
Ensure that you do not push the battery holder more that 3.2 millimeters or you might risk damaging the
part.
b. Push the battery toward the positive side of the battery till the battery disengages from the connector.
c. Lift the battery away from the system.
Figure 47. Removing the system battery
3. To install a new system battery:
a. Push the battery holder slightly away.
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Installing and removing system components