Dell Inspiron 1545 Service Manual - Page 17

Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside the computer. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the system board (see Removing the System Board). 3. Turn the system board over. 4. Use a plastic scribe to push the coin cell battery forward and upward to release it from the slot. 1 coin-cell battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Replace the coin cell battery with the positive (+) side facing upwards. 2. Replace the system board (see Replacing the System Board). Back to Contents Page