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Battery Disconnect

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    1. Battery Disconnect, Unfasten the lower case: step 1, image 1 of 2 Battery Disconnect, Unfasten the lower case: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 10 screws securing the lower case:

      • Six 12 mm screws

      • Four 4.5 mm screws

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    2. Battery Disconnect, Insert an opening pick: step 2, image 1 of 2 Battery Disconnect, Insert an opening pick: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Insert an opening pick between the lower case and the chassis on the front right edge.

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    3. Battery Disconnect, Release the clips: step 3, image 1 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Release the clips: step 3, image 2 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Release the clips: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • Slide the pick along the front edge to release the clips securing the lower case.

      • Continue sliding the opening pick along the left and right edges to release the remaining clips.

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    4. Battery Disconnect, Remove the lower case: step 4, image 1 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Remove the lower case: step 4, image 2 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Remove the lower case: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • 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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    1. Battery Disconnect, Disconnect the battery: step 5, image 1 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Disconnect the battery: step 5, image 2 of 3 Battery Disconnect, Disconnect the battery: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Use the pointed end of a spudger to push each side of the battery connector until it comes out of the socket.

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Conclusion

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

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