Replacing The Battery - IBM 6219 - IntelliStation M - Pro Hardware Maintenance Manual

10. Connect the computer to a power source, keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
11. Turn on the computer. The Configuration/Setup Utility program starts.
12. Follow the instructions to erase the existing password or create a new
13. Select Save Settings and press Enter.

Replacing the battery

When replacing the battery, you must replace it with a lithium battery of the same
type from the same manufacturer. To avoid possible danger, read "Important safety
information" on page iii.
To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-772-2227 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 reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Note: After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure your computer and reset
Complete the following steps to replace the battery:
1. Review the "Important safety information" on page iii, "Installation guidelines" on
2. Follow any special handling and installation instructions supplied with the
3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. Disconnect all external cables
4. Remove the battery:
5. Insert the new battery:
You can now start the computer one time without having to use the power-on
password and start the Configuration/Setup Utility program. At this time, you
can either delete the old password or set a new user password. If you do not
change or delete the password, the next time you start the computer, the
original user password will be reinstated.
password.
the system date and time.
page 35, and "Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices" on page 110.
replacement battery.
and power cords; then, remove the computer cover and the support bracket.
(See "Removing the side cover" on page 41 and "Removing and installing the
support bracket" on page 41.)
a. Use a fingernail to press the top of the battery clip away from the battery.
The battery pops up when released.
b. Use your thumb and index finger to lift the battery from the socket.
a. Tilt the battery so that you can insert it into the socket on the side opposite
the battery clip.
b. Press the battery down into the socket until it clicks into place. Make sure
the battery clip holds the battery securely.
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