Dell Dimension 5150C - Manual (Page 38)

Removing and Installing Parts: Dell Dimension 5150C Service Manual
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battery. Otherwise, you may damage the system board by prying off the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the
system board.
6. Remove the battery:
a. Support the battery connector by pressing down firmly on the positive side of the connector.
b. While supporting the battery connector, press the battery toward the positive side of the connector and pry it up
out of the securing tabs on the negative side of the connector.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing or
removing a battery.
7. Install the new system battery.
a. Support the battery connector by pressing down firmly on the positive side of the connector.
b. Hold the battery with the "+" facing up, and slide it under the securing tabs on the positive side of the
connector.
c. Press the battery straight down into the connector until it snaps into place.
8. Replace the hard drive .
9. Replace the computer cover .
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the
computer.
10. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
11. Enter system setup and restore the settings you recorded in step 1.
12. Properly dispose of the old battery. See the Product Information Guide for battery disposal information.
Front Panel
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the CD/DVD drive .
3. Use a screwdriver to press in against the locking tab that secures the computer base until it releases the surrounding
metal.
4. Slide the base towards the rear of the computer, then pull it towards you to remove it.