You should always unplug the power when working inside an open PC, especially so when removing or installing things that plug into the motherboard. .
As for releasing and inserting the battery that can't be predicted from what you've told us. The types of battery holders and clamping mechanisms vary. Basically you look at what you've got and figure it out. If that's not good enough instructions... take it to a professional. Carl -----Original Message----- From: Windows Home/SOHO [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of EL Doctorow Sent: Monday, September 25, 2006 8:46 PM To: [email protected] Subject: CMOS Battery Replace Tips So is this as easy as it looks. I know to write down my settings and to ground myself. No straps so I am just going to touch the metal case. Is this one of those "repairs" where you just leave everything plugged in as is or do you remove the plugs from the wall socket. I got a 3 volt CR2032 battery from Radio Shack for a 6 year old desktop. I guess I am just going to be carful and slide a small screwdriver into what looks liek a slot or an opening and does the battery pop out or will I be able to slide it out. Putting the new one in. Those tiny holders or clips appear to be rigid. Does the new battery slide in or do I just pop it in and applu pressure. TIA. -- ---------------------------------------- WIN-HOME Archives: http://PEACH.EASE.LSOFT.COM/archives/WIN-HOME.html Contact the List Owner about anything: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Official Win-Home List Members Profiles Page http://www.besteffort.com/winhome/Profiles.html
