ASUS TUF Gaming F15 FX506HEB-DB74 Battery Replacement

Written By: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15 FX506HEB-DB74 Battery Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

9

Time Required

15 - 30 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the battery in your ASUS TUF Gaming F15 FX506HEB-DB74 Laptop.

For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

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    • Remove the 11 Phillips screws securing the lower case:

    • Seven 11.6 mm screws

    • Two 14.6 mm screws

    • Two 6.1 mm screws

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    • Insert an opening pick between the lower case and the chassis on the front right edge.

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    • Slide the pick along the right edge to release the clips securing the lower case.

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    • Continue sliding the opening pick along the perimeter of the lower case to release the remaining clips.

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    • Lift the lower case from the chassis and remove it.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your laptop and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your laptop back down before you continue working.

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    • Use your fingers to move the plastic that covers the battery connector out of the way.

    • If the plastic is not staying out of the way use a piece of tape to secure it.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to push each side of the battery connector until it comes out of the socket.

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    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two 6.1 mm-long screws securing the battery.

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    • Lift the battery straight out of its recess and remove it.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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