Replacing The Battery - IBM BladeCenter QS20 Problem Determination And Service Manual

Replacing the battery

IBM has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must be
handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you must
adhere to the following instructions.
Note: In the U. S., call 1-800-IBM-4333 for information about battery disposal.
If you replace the original lithium battery with a heavy-metal battery or a battery with
heavy-metal components, be aware of the following environmental consideration.
Batteries and accumulators that contain heavy metals must not be disposed of with
normal domestic waste. They will be taken back free of charge by the manufacturer,
distributor, or representative, to be recycled or disposed of in a proper manner.
To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-IBM-SERV within the United States, and
1-800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-6666 within Canada. Outside the U.S. and Canada,
call your IBM authorized reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Note: After you replace the battery, the blade server is automatically reconfigured;
Statement 2:
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or
15F8409 or an equivalent type 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:
v Throw or immerse into water
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Note: See "Battery return program" on page 70 for more information about battery
Complete the following steps to replace the battery:
however, you must reset the system date and time through the operating
system that you installed.
disposal.
1. Read the safety information beginning on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 39.
2. Follow any special handling and installation instructions that come with the
battery.
3. If the blade server is operating, shut down the operating system by typing the
shutdown -h now command. If the blade server was not turned off, press the
power-control button (behind the blade-server control-panel door) to turn off
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