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Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement

Introduction

In this guide, we will be showing you how to remove and replace the Coin-Cell Battery.

What you need

  1. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Before You Begin: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before You Begin.

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  2. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Remove the base cover screws: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three screws securing the base cover.

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  3. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Slide the Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the base cover towards the rear of the computer and lift it off the computer base.

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  5. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Disconnecting the Coin-Cell Battery: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before You Begin.

    • WARNING: The battery may explode if installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

    • CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default. It is recommended that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery.

    • Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from its connector on the system board.

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  6. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Removing the Coin-Cell Battery: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the coin-cell battery cable from the routing guides on the computer base.

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  7. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Prying the Coin-Cell Battery: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Pry up the coin-cell battery from the slot on the system board.

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  8. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Placing Coin-Cell Battery: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Place the NEW coin-cell battery into the slot and press gently to adhere it to the computer base.

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  9. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Routing the Coin-Cell Battery Cable: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Route the coin-cell battery cable through the routing guides on the computer base.

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  10. Dell Alienware 18 Coin-Cell Battery Replacement, Connecting Coin-Cell Battery: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Connect the coin-cell battery cable to its connector on the system board.

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