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HP Chromebook 11a-nb0013dx Battery Replacement

Introduction

If you notice that your computer's battery life has significantly decreased or if your computer shut downs unexpectedly, it could be due to a failing battery. Use this guide to remove and replace your battery.

What you need

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    • Position your closed computer on a flat surface, with the back facing up.

    • Remove all eight 8 mm Philips #0 screws from the bottom cover.

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    • Remove the 4 rubber feet with a nylon spudger or an opening tool.

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  3. HP Chromebook 11a-nb0013dx Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Flip over your computer and open it.

    • Using a plastic pick, level up the edges of the keyboard by sliding the pick along the gap.

    • Apply downward pressure to separate the bottom of the Chromebook and the keyboard.

    • Do the same for all 4 sides of the keyboard until it starts to lift.

    • You should hear popping sounds as you slide the plastic pick along the edge.

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    • Gently lift up the keyboard from the bottom.

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    • Identify the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector.

    • Now, disconnect the cable by using the tip of the iFixit opening tool or your fingernail to flip up the small locking flap.

    • You can now gently pull out the cable.

    • No force is needed to plug in or remove the cable.

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    • Identify the second cable and the ZIF connector attatching the cable to the motherboard. Then, unclip it with the iFixit opening tool.

    • To do this, use the iFixit opening tool to flip up the small locking flap located on the ZIF connector.

    • Proceed by gently pulling the cable straight out of the connector to disconnect the cable.

    • Be careful, the cord is very fragile!

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  8. HP Chromebook 11a-nb0013dx Battery Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Once the white cord is removed, this is what it should look like. At this point, you should be able to completely take off the keyboard.

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    • Lift up the adhesive holding the battery connector.

    • Then, pull the battery connector straight towards you.

    • It is important to pull of the battery connector straight towards you to avoid breaking the vord.

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    • Remove the four 4 mm Philips #00 screws.

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    • Gently lift the battery by holding the top.

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Conclusion

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

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