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Replacing the battery
When replacing the battery, you must replace it with a lithium battery of the same
type, from the same manufacturer. To avoid possible danger, read and follow the
safety statement below.
To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-772-2227 within the United States, and 1-
800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-6666 within Canada. Outside the U.S. and Canada, call your
IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Note: After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure your server and reset the
system date and time.
Do the following to replace the battery:
1. Read “Before you begin” on page 31, and follow any special handling and
installation instructions supplied with the replacement battery.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all external cables and
power cords; then, remove the server cover.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type 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.
