Replace RTC Battery - X8450

The following procedure describes how to replace the Real-Time Clock (RTC) Battery on an X8450 server module.

What to Do

  1. Power off and remove the blade from the chassis.

    See Power Blade On or Off.

  2. Remove the blade cover.

    See Remove Blade Cover.

  3. Locate the RTC battery on the X8450 blade.

    The number 1 in the figure below highlights the location of the RTC battery on the X8450 blade.

  4. To remove the RTC Battery, follow these steps:

    1. Using your fingers, unlatch the battery from the socket by twisting the battery away from the socket spring.

    2. Lift the battery up and out of the socket.

  5. Locate the replacement RTC battery then insert the battery into the socket with the positive (+) side of the battery facing away from the spring.

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