HP Pavilion is a series of laptops featuring the latest technology, are high functioning and inexpensive. HP pavilion batteries are also outstanding in quality. Regardless, like other laptop batteries, these batteries may need to be replaced after some time. Therefore, you may find yourself in need of a battery for the HP pavilion. Once you have acquired your new battery for the HP pavilion, you will need to replace the old one. This post provides you with a guide for replacing HP pavilion batteries.

How to remove and replace your HP pavilion laptop battery

The following is a guide for removing and inserting a new battery for your HP pavilion;

Step 1: Preparation

Before removing or placing in the new laptop battery for your HP pavilion, you first need to prepare your machine. You can do this by turning it off and disconnecting all cables or devices connected to the computer. Also, ensure that the laptop power cable is turned off. You will also need to move your laptop to a flat surface. After doing this, you also need to collect the following products; a screwdriver (the head will depend on the type of screws on your machine) and a wrist pad. The items you collect will depend on the type of machine you possess.

Step 2: Removing the old battery

In this step, you will have to start by detaching the bottom part of the computer to access the battery and other internal components. You will need your screwdriver for this process. This part of the process is relatively easy. However, if you are unsure how to do it, you can always research or ask for help from someone who does. Once you have removed the base insert, also known as the closure, you must locate the cables connecting the battery to its function and disconnect it from its connector.

It would also be wise to detach the cables connecting the speakers from the connecter and remove them from the laptop battery's steering tabs. Finally, you can remove the screws securing the battery. Ensure to keep the screws in a safe place because you will need them for the next step. After doing this, you should be able to lift off the battery and take it out.

Step 3: Putting in the new battery

Once you have removed the old battery, you can insert the new one by placing it on the standoffs. Once the battery is correctly placed, you can secure it by replacing the screws. From there, you must re-route the speaker cables that you had disconnected and the battery cable as well. Finally, you can put back the base enclosure in the same way you took it off. With that, you are good to go.

Conclusion

Before removing or replacing your laptop battery, you must first wait for all the computer components to cool down. This is especially important if you have been using the computer recently. Doing this will help protect you and the components from injury and damage, respectively. It is also worth mentioning that the process above may differ from one HP pavilion model to the next.