Back to Contents PageCoin-Cell BatteryDell Studio™ 1557/1558 Service ManualRemoving the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell BatteryRemoving the Coin-Cell Battery1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover).3. Use a plastic scribe to pry up the coin-cell battery from the slot.Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Hold the coin-cell battery with the positive side up.3. Slide the coin-cell battery into the slot and gently press until it snaps to the slot.4. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Base Cover).Back to Contents PageWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metalsurface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™is not covered by your warranty.CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before workinginside the computer.1 coin-cell battery 2 plastic scribe