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Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement

Introduction

This guide shows you how to remove and replace the battery in your Lenovo X220.

What you need

  1. Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the two switches that lock the battery.

    • Then push the left switch outward into the "unlocked" position.

    • This switch will remain in the unlocked position.

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  3. Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Battery Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Now push and hold the right switch to the right while using the other hand to gently slide the battery upwards out of the laptop.

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    • This is a rechargeable Li-Ion battery that has a capacity of 4400 mAh, if you have the 6 cell model.

    • The 4 or 9 cell model has different ratings.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Don't forget to switch the left switch back into the locked position.

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