Installing the RAID battery

Before you begin

Remove the existing RAID battery.

About this task

The RAID battery is located on top of the RAID controller card.

The RAID configuration data is preserved when you replace the battery.

ImportantImportant

Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server. For more information, see Protecting against ESD damage.

Procedure

  1. Connect the battery cable to the connector on the battery.
  2. Press the new battery onto the battery carrier until the clip on the side of the battery snaps into place. See the following figure.
    1 Battery
    2 Battery carrier
  3. Install the cover.
  4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords.
  5. Turn on the attached devices and the server.