Removing the 4-cell battery
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the microSD-card.
3. Remove the SIM card tray for 4G LTE enabled systems.
4. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the system board.
2. Remove the four (M2X3) screws that secure the battery in place.
3. Lift and remove the battery from the palmrest assembly.
4. Slide the metal above the connector on the battery to unlock.
5. Peel the adhesive tapes and unroute the battery cable from routing channel in the battery.
Removing and installing components
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