RTC battery
Description
RTC battery
Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet,
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the following components:
a.
Remove the battery (see
b.
Remove the service access cover (see
c.
Remove the keyboard (see
d.
Remove the top cover (see
Remove the RTC battery:
1.
Disconnect the RTC battery cable (1) from the system board.
2.
Gently pull the battery away from the double-sided tape that secures the battery (2) to the
system board and remove it from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery.
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Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures
Battery on page
41)
Service access cover on page
Keyboard on page
53)
Top cover on page
57)
Spare part number
649769-001
42)