Removing the battery backup units

Complete this task to remove the battery backup units from the enclosure to reduce the weight of the enclosure during installation.

ESD warningUse approved ESD procedures to prevent damage.

The battery backup units are located horizontally in the middle of the expansion enclosure.
Location of battery backup units

To remove the battery backup units, perform the following steps:

  1. Press the orange release button. This releases the handle.
  2. Pull the handle out and to the left. This partially ejects the battery backup unit from the slot.
  3. Use the handle to pull the battery backup unit partially out of the slot.
  4. Grip the battery backup unit with both hands to pull it completely from the slot.
These images show a battery backup unit removal procedure.
Battery backup unit remove and replace procedure
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