Battery

IMPORTANT: Be sure to disconnect or remove the battery before removing any components from the computer.

Component

Spare part number

 

 

Battery, 4-cell, 58-Wh, 3.82-Ah, Li-ion

778978-006

 

 

Before replacing the battery, follow these steps:

1.Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

2.Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.

3.Disconnect all external devices from the computer.

4.Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 23).

WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP.

CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery.

Remove the battery:

1.Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (1) .

2.Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (2) that secure the battery to the computer.

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