SF314-54: how to open case, location of CMOS battery

I need to pull and reinsert the CMOS battery, with the goal of provoking and auto-resetting my BIOS, as it has ceased to function properly. My laptop is out of warranty so that is not an issue.

I have been unable to find information about opening the case, and would prefer not to do this unguided if possible. I have replaced components in a number of other laptops I've owned, but I'm being cautious. I also need to know how to locate the CMOS battery. Again, I could be experimental about this, but prefer not to go this route.

Is there information about these matters available somewhere (Google showed my nothing of value), or can someone offer suggestions?

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Commodore_1995#

We can show you how to take the laptop apart:

https://youtu.be/0KvWQeaivz4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0h3KWGyPzXw

But we cannot post any information about the bios password.

TomCloyd

Thank you! I will watch this shortly. I hope the CMOS battery is pointed out, as that is my objective here.

Commodore_1995#

The CMOS rtc battery is located under the SSD. Now, I believe that removing the rtc battery will not remove the bios password. Ideally, contact acer technical support.

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