Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the
base
cover.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the 3-cell battery and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 29. Removing the 3-cell battery
Steps
1. Use the pull tab to disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the system board.
2. Loosen the captive screw that secures the 3-cell battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Remove the four screws (M2x4) that secure the 3-cell battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Lift the 3-cell battery along with the battery cable off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the 3-cell battery.
6. Carefully push the battery filler downwards to remove it from the 3-cell battery.
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Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)