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Remove the CMOS battery (CR2032)

Follow instructions in this section to remove the CMOS battery (CR2032).

About this task

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Attention
CAUTION

When replacing the lithium battery, use only Lenovo specified part number or an equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.

Do not:
  • Throw or immerse into water
  • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
  • Repair or disassemble

Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

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Attention
CAUTION
The battery is a lithium ion battery. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Exchange it only with the approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations.
Attention
  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the chassis from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.
  • Two people and one lifting device on site that can support up to 400 lb (181 kg) are required to perform this procedure. If you do not already have a lifting device available, Lenovo offers the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift that can be purchased at Data Center Solution Configurator. Make sure to include the Foot-release brake and the Load Platform when ordering the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift.
  • The following notes describe information that you must consider when replacing the battery.
    • Lenovo has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you must adhere to the following instructions.
    • If you replace the original lithium battery with a heavy-metal battery or a battery with heavy-metal components, be aware of the following environmental consideration. Batteries and accumulators that contain heavy metals must not be disposed of with normal domestic waste. They will be taken back free of charge by the manufacturer, distributor, or representative, to be recycled or disposed of in a proper manner.
    • After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure the server and reset the system date and time.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the front top cover. See Remove the front top cover.
    2. Remove the rear top cover. See Remove the rear top cover.
    3. Remove the processor air baffle. See Remove the processor air baffle.
    4. If necessary, disconnect the cables and remove them from the CPU complex. Before disconnecting the cables, make a list of each cable and record the connectors the cable is connected to. Refer to Internal cable routing.
  2. Locate the battery socket on the system board assembly.
    Figure 1. CMOS battery location
    CMOS battery location
    1 CMOS battery location
  3. Gently press on the nub on the side of the CMOS battery as illustrated.
  4. Pivot the CMOS battery away from the seat, and lift the CMOS battery out of the battery socket.
    Figure 2. CMOS battery removal
    CMOS battery removal

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the CMOS battery (CR2032).

  2. Dispose the component with compliance to local regulations.