Service Manual

Installing the battery

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

The following image(s) indicate the location of the battery and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the battery on the palm-rest assembly.

NOTE:

Ensure that the battery cable is not under the battery when placing the battery on the palm-rest assembly to

avoid damage to your computer.

2. Align the screw holes on the battery to the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly.

3. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly.

4. Replace the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the battery to the palm-rest assembly.

5. Adhere the tapes that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly.

Next steps

1. Install the base cover.

2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Removing and installing components