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HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement

Introduction

The HP Pavilion dv1000 series had a battery recall several years ago due to overheating batteries. This guide will show you how to replace your old battery with a new one.

The battery is the main source of power for your laptop. Without a battery, the laptop cannot be powered on unless it is plugged into a wall socket.

Replacing the battery is a very easy task with very little risk of damaging critical components inside your laptop.

  1. HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Shut down the computer.

    • Disconnect all external devices and cables from the computer.

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  2. HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop over.

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    • Locate the gray sliding tab next to the black bar where the battery is located.

    • Slide the gray sliding tab to the left until you hear a distinct click.

    • The inside edge of the battery should pop up.

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  5. HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion dv1000 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Grasp the inside edge of the battery.

    • Lift the inside edge of the battery up to detach the battery from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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