not compress or squeeze the battery case with tools or heavy objects stacked on top of the
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Do
case. These actions can apply undue force on the battery.
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not touch the connectors with any metallic surface or object, such as metal tools, screws, or
Do
coins, which can cause shorting across the connectors.
Before removing the battery, follow these steps:
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
2.
Remove the bottom cover (see
WARNING!
computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP.
IMPORTANT:
information. To prevent loss of information, save your work or shut down the computer through
Windows before you remove the battery.
Remove the battery:
1.
Disconnect the battery cable (1) from the system board.
2.
Remove the four Phillips M2.0 × 3.2 screws (2) that secure the battery to the computer.
3.
Release the speaker cable from the retention clips (3) that are built in to the front edge of the
battery.
4.
Remove the the battery (4).
To replace the battery, reverse the removal procedures.
Speakers
To remove the speakers, use this procedure and illustration.
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Bottom cover on page
To reduce potential safety issues, use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the
Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of
Preparation for disassembly on page
30).
30).