Removing battery from A2000?

[runequester]

Ive been told a few times that you should remove the battery from a 2000 motherboard as it may leak and cause damage.

So here's the noob question:

How do I identify the battery and how do I safely remove it?

[runequester]

alright, I'll take it apart and take a look.

If it isn't leaking, would you still recommend taking it off ?

What exactly do I lose if I remove it ? Just the clock ?

[runequester]

I don't like not having a battery. The only real problem is all of the files you save will have the same, useless, date without a battery.
I prefer changing to a coin type battery, that can be easily changed when needed. Just make sure you add a diode in that setup.

well, at the moment I dont have a hard drive anyways so I guess its not a big deal.

[runequester]

alright. I'll take her apart tonight and see what I can do inside.