Introduction

You should use this guide if the battery in your HP ZBook STUDIO X360 G5 is defective. This usually occurs after you’ve had the laptop for an extended period of time and it no longer holds a charge for very long. This guide will help you bring your device back to life and extend its charge drastically.

For this guide, you will need a Phillips head screwdriver, TR8 Torx Security bit, an iFixit opening tool, and a spudger. This guide is also a helpful prerequisite if you need to replace other components inside the body of your device.

If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

What you need

Video Overview

Step 1 Opening Base Enclosure

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Be sure to power off and unplug your device before you begin your repair.
Consider placing your device on an Anti-Static ESD Mat and/or wearing an Anti-Static Wrist Strap to protect laptop internals.
Close your laptop and turn it over so that the side without the HP logo is facing you.
Using the TR8 bit, loosen the quantity nine screws from the base of the device.
These screws are captive and do not require complete removal from base enclosure. Instead, simply loosen the screws and proceed to the next step.
If screws are removed, take note that two of the screws [circled in Red] are shorter than the rest.
Carefully separate the rear edge (near hinges) and sides of the base enclosure from the top cover using plastic prying tool [see linked HP instructional video].
Slide the base enclosure toward the rear of the laptop and remove.

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Step 2 Remove Battery-Mount Screws

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While the base enclosure is removed, take the time to clean your laptop internals with a can of compressed air or an electronic air duster.
Remove the quantity eight "M2x3" screws using a PH1 screwdriver.
There are arrows next to the labels that will help you identify the screws.

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Step 3 Disconnect Battery Connector

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Partially removing the battery might help in accessing the battery connector.
The 12-pin battery connector can be found just above the + and - symbols on the battery.
Use a spudger to gently pull the corners of the connector away from the white connector housing.
Alternate working each corner to avoid damaging the connector.

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Step 4 Install New Battery

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Gently place replacement battery into laptop, ensuring that the quantity two gray alignment pegs are properly seated in their respective mounting holes on the battery.
Carefully re-connect battery connector by gently pushing the corners of the connector into the white connector housing on the motherboard.
Alternate working each corner to avoid damaging the connector.
Re-install quantity 8 screws (removed in Step 2) to mount the battery to the inside of the laptop. Tighten screws until snug, being cautious not to strip the screw heads.
Follow "Battery Calibration Steps" below [see embedded picture] to ensure optimal performance of your new battery.
Charge your newly installed battery up to 100% and keep charging it for at least 2 more hours. Then, use your device until it shuts off due to low battery. Finally, charge it uninterrupted to 100%.