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 If your CMOS battery dies and needs replacing, here are some steps to follow to replace your 'irreplaceable' battery.
 [[File:CSWiki-MainboardBatteryMSI.png|alt=CMOS Battery Location|397x397px|thumb|MSI Z890 Edge TI Wifi Mainboard with VRM heatsink removed and CMOS battery highlighted]]
-*Obtain a new standard CR2032 battery.  Alternatively, replacement CR2032 for MSI Laptops that ship with the lead are available from third party vendors.  The connectors from these products [https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?threads/cmos-battery-replacement.391638/ appear to match the MSI mainboard plug], though this is unconfirmed.  If you have obtained one of these and the connector fits, you will not need a tack welder or shrink wrap in the steps below.
+*Obtain a new standard CR2032 battery.  Alternatively, replacement CR2032 for MSI Laptops that ship with the lead are available from third party vendors.  The connectors from these products appear to match the MSI mainboard plug<ref>{{Cite web |title=MSI Laptop Cell Discussion Thread |url=https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?threads/cmos-battery-replacement.391638/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260304092350/https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?threads/cmos-battery-replacement.391638/ |archive-date=2026-03-04 |website=MSI Forums}}</ref>, though this is unconfirmed.  If you have obtained one of these and the connector fits, you will not need a tack welder or shrink wrap in the steps below.
 *Un-mount your mainboard from your computer case and look for several screws on the reverse side of the board opposing the VRM assembly.  Removing these allows you to remove the VRM heatsink.
 *Be mindful of the exposed thermal pads, and keep them clean while performing this process.  Cover exposed pads with plastic wrap if your work environment is not clean.