CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
Steps
1. Locate the battery socket. For more information, see System Board Connectors.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector
while installing or removing a battery.
2. Place your finger between the securing tabs at the negative side of the battery connector and lift the
battery out of the socket.
Figure 54. Removing the system battery
1. positive side of the battery connector
2. system battery
3. negative side of the battery connector
3. To install a new system battery, hold the battery with the "+" facing up and slide it under the securing
tabs.
4. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place.
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