Appendix C System Battery; Battery Replacement - HP ProLiant DL580 Setup And Installation Manual

HP ProLiant DL580 Generation 2 servers have memory devices that require a battery
to retain stored information.

Battery Replacement

When the server no longer automatically displays the correct date and time, you may
need to replace the battery that provides power to the real-time clock. Under normal
use, battery life is usually about 5 to 10 years. Use an HP 220-mAh lithium, 3-volt
replacement battery.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
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Use the following procedure to install a new battery:
1. Power down the server. Refer to "Powering Down the Server" in Chapter 5,
"Installing Hardware Options."
2. Extend the server from the rack. Refer to "Extending the Server from the Rack"
in Chapter 5, "Installing Hardware Options."
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Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an
important safety feature.
Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily
accessible at all times.
Disconnect power from the server or other product by unplugging the
power cord from either the electrical outlet or the server or other product.
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