IBM ThinkPad T42 Battery Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Changing the battery is easy -- you don't need a any tools.

1. Step 1 Battery Clips
  Flip the laptop over so the underside is facing you, then, release the 2 clips holding the battery on.
  
  Make sure the laptop is off when you do this, sudden power outages can cause data corruption.
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3. Step 2 Removing the Battery
  Carefully grab the battery, then pull it straight out, not at an angle.
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Conclusion

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

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