4. Remove the
base
cover.
NOTE:
If battery is disconnected from system board for service, then there is a delay during system boot-up as the system
undergoes RTC battery reset.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the battery and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board, if it was not disconnected earlier.
2. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Lift the battery off the palm-rest assembly.
Installing the 4-cell battery
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the 4-cell battery and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components