How to perform an HP laptop battery replacement

In case you haven't noticed, the battery in your laptop isn't meant to last forever. You may have found that you spend hours charging your laptop only to have it run out of battery power in a short amount of time. This is because Keep in mind that the capacity of your battery will decrease over time and will not be the same as it used to be.

However, there is good news. Laptop batteries can be replaced. So if you're wondering how to install a new battery yourself, this article will show you how.

This guide will help you complete the repair quickly and efficiently so you can get back to work and enjoy maximum battery life from your device.

If you are replacing your computer's battery, do the following:

Buy a new HP laptop battery

Create a battery report in Windows

Disconnect your laptop from a power source

Remove the back of your laptop with a screwdriver

Remove your old battery

Connect your new battery to the case of your laptop

Replace the back panel

Confirm performance with a new battery report

Let's begin.

1. Purchase a new HP laptop battery

Before you think about opening up your computer and starting this process, you must first order a new battery.

HP support team

can help, but you can also identify the make and model of your computer yourself to avoid ordering the wrong replacement battery.

Before you search online for a new battery, find out your serial number and the company that made your computer. Also, make sure you can easily identify the battery's model number and serial number during your search.

If you're not sure how to find a replacement HP laptop battery, you have several options:

Use the

battery finder

Tool to find the right replacement

If you need to replace the battery on an older computer, do a search on a third-party website

If you're wondering, "How much does a laptop battery cost?" It's important to realize that prices vary depending on the age of your laptop. It can also be more difficult and costly to find a replacement battery if you're buying one for an older one Find your computer. Make sure you weigh the cost of replacing the battery versus the cost of replacing the battery

a new laptop

.

2. Create a battery report in Windows

Before you perform an HP battery replacement, you should get an idea of

how good your battery is

.Windows has made this easy with their battery report.To generate the report:

1.

Click on the lower left corner of your screen to bring up the command prompt

2.

Type "powercgg/batteryreport" and then press "Enter"

3.

A report on the condition of the battery is saved

4.

Click on your user folder to find and review the battery report

The report provides an overview of the battery's historical performance and an overview of its last three charge cycles. You should take a look at the design capacity versus full charge capacity to determine if the battery is worth replacing .

If there is a big difference between the battery capacity when you unpacked the computer and now, it's likely that a replacement is needed.

3. Disconnect your laptop from the power source

This is the simplest step in the process, but it must be repeated. In addition to turning off your laptop completely, you should also make sure that you have unplugged it from the power source. Otherwise, you run the serious risk of being electrocuted.

4. Remove the back of your laptop with a screwdriver

Most

HP laptops

require removing the back panel for a battery change. This means you may need to invest in a Phillips #0 screwdriver or a laptop opening kit, both of which are inexpensive and can make installing a new battery a lot easier.

There may be some rubber feet on the back that you need to remove before you can access the battery. However, this depends on your HP laptop model. Use a plastic opening tool to pry the rubber off so you can remove the screws holding your laptop's case together.

Use the Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the back, then carefully remove the back cover of your laptop. This may require using the plastic tool again to loosen the edges. It's usually easier to start in a corner and remove the panel carefully, being careful not to damage the components inside.

5. Remove your laptop battery

Using your Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screws that secure the battery to the computer's chassis. Once unscrewed, you will need to disconnect the cable that connects your battery to your system. Be careful when doing this as these parts are delicate and so are you can cause future problems if you damage them. Also, make sure you completely remove the battery from your device.

Take the new battery out of its packaging and make sure it is free of any plastic. To avoid any compatibility issues, make sure it is the correct battery for your device. Insert the battery into the slot in your laptops and make sure it is properly oriented.

6. Connect your new battery to the case of your laptop

At this point you can begin to connect the new battery. After you have installed the new battery, you must reverse the steps just performed to get your computer working again.

Carefully connect your computer's cable to the new battery

Screw your battery back into the case of your device

Make sure the battery is tight but not too tight or it may damage some components

7. Replace the back panel

Align the back cover with the rest of your laptop before replacing the cover with your Phillips screwdriver. Again, be careful not to get things too tight or too loose as either can damage your device. Replace the rubber feet on the bottom of your laptop if your computer has them.

8. Confirm performance with a new battery report

Once everything is aligned and reassembled, connect your computer to a power source. After a few minutes of charging, turn on your laptop to make sure everything starts up properly. If your laptop seems to be working properly, you should run another battery report to see what your design capacity is and if everything looks the way you expect it to. If it does, you're free to use your laptop again - this time with decent battery life!

in summary

Replace yours

HP notebook

Battery doesn't have to be heavy. Doing it yourself can also save you time and money that you would otherwise spend at a store. However, if you feel the job is more complicated than you're willing to take on, or if you are concerned about damaging your laptop, you should consult a professional.

About the author

Daniel Horowitz is a contributing writer for HP® Tech Takes. Daniel is a New York-based writer and has written for publications such as USA Today, Digital Trends, Unwinnable Magazine, and many other media outlets.