{"product_id":"replacement-clock-cmos-battery-for-nintendo-gamecube-cr2032-vby2-zedlabz","title":"Replacement clock CMOS battery for Nintendo GameCube CR2032-VBY2 | ZedLabz","description":"\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement CR2032 solder-in battery for GameCube consoles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUses a compatible CR2032-VBY2 style cell with correct leg spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThinner solder tabs than original but fully compatible once installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolders to the controller port PCB – installation requires soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes 1 replacement battery per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis replacement CR2032 solder-in battery is designed for the Nintendo GameCube, providing a compatible alternative to the factory-fitted CMOS battery responsible for maintaining the internal clock and system settings. It uses a CR2032-VBY2 style lithium cell with solder tabs suited for GameCube installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe included battery features slightly thinner metal tabs than the original Nintendo part, but the spacing \/ alignment is correct, ensuring full compatibility when soldered in place. This makes it a practical solution for restoring proper save-time and system clock functionality to consoles with depleted or ageing batteries.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe battery must be soldered directly to the controller port PCB board inside the GameCube. One battery is supplied per pack, pre-tabbed and ready for installation.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease take note of the polarity when installing, the positive + symbol is shown on the controller port board inside the console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eFurther Info:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBattery type: CR2032 lithium coin cell with solder tabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement for original GameCube soldered CMOS battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with all Nintendo GameCube models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTabs are narrower than stock but function identically once installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRequires soldering to the controller port PCB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes 1× battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eFAQ:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Do I need to solder this into the console?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The GameCube uses a soldered battery and this replacement must be soldered to the controller port PCB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Are the tabs the same as the original?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThey are slightly thinner than the original Nintendo tabs, but they fit correctly and work as intended once soldered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is this compatible with all GameCube models?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It works with all regional variants and hardware revisions of the Nintendo GameCube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What does this battery power?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt maintains the GameCube’s internal clock and some system settings when the console is unplugged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Safety:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarning: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN - Swallowing a coin cell can cause serious injury or death if swallowed, seek immediate medical attention\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContains a coin-cell battery – keep out of reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not crush, puncture or expose the battery to excessive heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDispose of used batteries at an approved recycling point\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation should be carried out by someone familiar with soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\nThis is a third-party replacement part and is not manufactured by or affiliated with Nintendo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAll trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for compatibility reference only.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse the range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/retro\"\u003eRetro gaming parts and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/retro-nintendo-gamecube\"\u003eGameCube parts and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ZedLabz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48504207409404,"sku":"000913","price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1810\/1427\/files\/replacement-clock-cmos-battery-for-nintendo-gamecube-cr2032-vby2-zedlabzzedlabz-4880825.jpg?v=1763468885","url":"https:\/\/www.zedlabz.com\/en-us\/products\/replacement-clock-cmos-battery-for-nintendo-gamecube-cr2032-vby2-zedlabz","provider":"ZedLabz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}