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About this task NOTE: This computer is designed without an RTC coin-cell battery. An RTC reset cycle will occur after any of these events: ● After a service incident where the computer battery is disconnected. ● When the battery is fully discharged. ● When the computer is reassembled and turned on again. When an RTC Reset cycle occurs, the computer turns on and off three times. An "Invalid Configuration" error message is displayed prompting you to enter the BIOS and configure the date and time. The computer functions as per normal after setting the date and time. NOTE: Removing the battery resets the BIOS setup menu settings to default. It is recommended that you note down the BIOS setup menu settings before removing the battery. The following image(s) indicate the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Steps 1. Remove the four screws (M2x4) that secure the battery to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. 2. Remove the four screws (M2x4.5) that secure the battery to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. 3. Lift the battery off the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Installing the battery CAUTION: The information in this installation section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process. About this task The following image(s) indicate the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. 46

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About this task
NOTE:
This computer is designed without an RTC coin-cell battery. An RTC reset cycle will occur after any of these events:
●
After a service incident where the computer battery is disconnected.
●
When the battery is fully discharged.
●
When the computer is reassembled and turned on again.
When an RTC Reset cycle occurs, the computer turns on and off three times. An "Invalid Configuration" error message is
displayed prompting you to enter the BIOS and configure the date and time. The computer functions as per normal after setting
the date and time.
NOTE:
Removing the battery resets the BIOS setup menu settings to default. It is recommended that you note down the BIOS
setup menu settings before removing the battery.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1.
Remove the four screws (M2x4) that secure the battery to the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
2.
Remove the four screws (M2x4.5) that secure the battery to the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
3.
Lift the battery off the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the battery
CAUTION: The information in this installation section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
The following image(s) indicate the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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