Gateway E-9722R User Manual
CHAPTER 4: Installing Components
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Replacing the CMOS battery
If the server clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when
you turn off the server, replace the CMOS battery with an equivalent battery.
you turn off the server, replace the CMOS battery with an equivalent battery.
To replace the battery:
1
Print the appendix for
in this guide.
2
Restart your server, then press F2 at any time after you see the LEDs on your keyboard
flash or turn off. The BIOS Setup utility opens.
flash or turn off. The BIOS Setup utility opens.
3
Record the BIOS settings on your printout, then close the utility.
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6
Locate the old battery on the system board and note its orientation. You will need to install
the new battery the same way.
the new battery the same way.
7
Push the battery retention clip away from the battery until the battery lifts up, then remove
the old battery. You can use a screwdriver to help lift the battery.
the old battery. You can use a screwdriver to help lift the battery.
8
Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing the correct direction, then
press the new battery into the socket until it snaps into place.
press the new battery into the socket until it snaps into place.
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10
Restart your server, then press F2 at any time after you see the LEDs on your keyboard
flash or turn off. The BIOS Setup utility opens.
flash or turn off. The BIOS Setup utility opens.
11
Restore any BIOS settings that you wrote down in
.
12
Save all your settings and close the BIOS Setup utility.
Warning
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of or recycle used batteries
by taking them to a hazardous waste facility. Follow all local regulations for correct battery
disposal.
by taking them to a hazardous waste facility. Follow all local regulations for correct battery
disposal.