1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 37).
2. Remove the bottom cover (Bottom cover on page 37).
WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the
computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP.
IMPORTANT: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of 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 six Phillips M2.0 × 2.0 screws (2) that secure the battery to the top cover.
3. Remove the battery (3).
To insert the battery, reverse the removal procedures.
Speakers
To remove the front speakers, use this procedure and illustration.
Table
5-3 Front speakers description and part number
Description Spare part number
Front speakers (includes front left and right speakers, cables, and ve rubber isolators) M22174-001
Before removing the front speakers, follow these steps:
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