Battery Disconnect

Written By: Spencer Day
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Battery Disconnect

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

7

Time Required

No estimate

Introduction

This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn't meant to be used alone.

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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.

Conclusion

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

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