Introduction
Use this guide to replace the battery in your HP EliteBook 835 G7 Laptop.
For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.
What you need
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the five captive screws from the lower case.
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Insert an opening pick between the lower case and the chassis along the hinge edge.
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Slide the opening pick around the right corner and halfway up the side of the EliteBook to release the clips securing the lower case.
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Repeat the previous step on the left side of the case to release the clips.
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Lift the lower case up and away from the EliteBook and remove it.
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Move the pull tab that covers the battery connector out of the way.
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Use the pointed end of a spudger to push each side of the battery connector until it comes out of the socket.
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Use a spudger, or your fingers, to separate the speaker cable from its plastic recess.
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Repeat for the two other plastic recesses.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 4.5 mm-long screws securing the battery.
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Tilt the top of the battery upward to release its plastic clips.
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Remove the battery.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
