this post was submitted on 13 May 2024
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I'd expect anything that has a battery which defines the lifespan of a piece of electronics to make that battery replaceable.
There doesn't need to be a separate access panel. It can just be in a normal battery holder like so:
Replaceable CR1225 in Cisco 1802
Considering it's something that generally runs 24/7 for years, it may still be a good idea to clean out dust from the device when possible. That's also an opportunity to replace the RTC battery, assuming it's replaceable.
Oh, hey, it seems Cisco even used to provide some Li batteries until 2017.
Also, not all businesses need the networks up 24/7. There may be plenty of time for down time for maintenance.
Sorry to disappoint you, but I did not have to deal with them yet.
My idea is something like this:
Or probably just as you said.
On another note, as is said here https://lemmy.world/comment/10316824 some devices clears the rom when the battery is removed, effectively making the battery's life, the device's life. THIS is true asshole design.
EDIT uhm, didn't see this was an old thread.