Lithium Real-Time Clock Battery - Compaq Armada 1500C series Service Manual

5.9 Lithium Real-Time Clock Battery

WARNING: Incorrect replacement or improper handling of the battery increases
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the risk of explosion and injury. Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, immerse
in water, or dispose of it in fire. Replacement should be done using the Compaq
spare part for this computer.
CAUTION: Rock the RTC battery cable connector from side to side to disconnect it.
Failure to do so can damage the RTC battery cable.
To remove the Lithium real-time clock (RTC) battery:
Disconnect the AC power and any external devices (Section 5.3.1).
1.
Remove the battery pack (Section 5.3.3).
2.
Remove the DualBay device (Section 5.3.4).
3.
Remove any PCMCIA cards (Section 5.3.5).
4.
Raise the keyboard (Section 5.6).
5.
Remove the Lithium real-time clock (RTC) battery cover.
6.
Figure 5-19. Removing the RTC Battery Cover
Computer Removal and Replacement Procedures 5-21