Replacing The System Battery - eMachines H5088 Reference Manual

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Replacing the system battery

the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of
used batteries following the manufacturer's instructions.
If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in
the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your
computer, replace the system battery. Use a battery of the
same size and voltage as the original battery that was in your
computer.
To replace the battery:
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Install the new card into the expansion slot. You can
slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to help insert the
card, but do not bend the card sideways.
If you have just replaced an expansion card, reconnect
the expansion card cables (if any) using your notes from
Step 2. If you have added a new expansion card,
connect its cables according to its user guide.
Press the card retention lever back into place.
Replace the side panel by following the instructions in
"Replacing the side panel" on page
Warning
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
Restart your computer.
During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. The main
menu of the BIOS Setup utility opens.
Write down all values in the menus and submenus, then
exit from the utility.
Caution
Any custom BIOS settings you have made will be lost when you
remove the system battery. All settings will return to their factory
defaults.
Shut down your computer.
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
"Removing the side panel" on page
For more stability, place your computer on its side. To
avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other
non-abrasive surface.
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