How to Safely Remove the Battery From an HP Laptop (Updated 2024)

Do you need to take out your HP laptop battery? You are in the right spot! This step-by-step guide will help you remove your HP battery the right way, with no damage.

Why Take Out Your HP Battery?

You might need to take out your battery for these reasons:

• Fix power problems
• Replace a swollen battery
• Upgrade your battery for better run time
• Reset your laptop when it has problems

Safety First!

Before you start:

1. Turn off your HP laptop
2. Unplug all cords
3. Work on a flat surface
4. Touch something metal to remove static

Check Your HP Laptop Type

Not all HP laptops are the same! Let’s see what kind you have:

Two Main Types:

1. Removable battery (older HP models)
2. Internal battery (newer HP models)
   You can tell by looking at the bottom of your laptop. Do you see a latch or battery symbol? If yes, you have a removable battery. If not, your battery is inside the case.

How to Remove a Removable Battery

This is for older HP laptops like some Pavilion and ProBook models.

Steps:

1. Turn off your laptop and unplug it
2. Flip your laptop over
3. Find the battery latch (usually has a battery icon)
4. Slide the latch to the unlock spot
5. Hold the latch open and lift the battery out

After Removal:

Hold the power button for 15 seconds to drain any leftover power. This helps fix many power issues.

How to Remove an Internal Battery

This is for newer HP laptops like Spectre, Envy, and newer Pavilion models.

Tools You Need:

• Phillips screwdriver (small size)
• Plastic tool (like a guitar pick)
• Clean work area

Steps:

1. Turn off your laptop and unplug it
2. Flip your laptop over
3. Remove all screws from the bottom case (keep them in a safe place)
4. Gently pry open the case with your plastic tool
5. Find the battery connector (usually a small ribbon cable)
6. Disconnect the battery from the motherboard (never pull the wires – lift the connector)
7. Unscrew the battery mounts
8. Carefully lift out the battery

WARNING: Never reuse a swollen battery! It can cause fire or damage.

Common Problems and Fixes

Common HP Laptop Models and Their Battery Types

Here’s a quick list to help you know what kind of battery your HP laptop has:

• HP Pavilion 14/15 (older models): Removable battery with latch
• HP Pavilion 15-bf0xx: Internal battery requiring screwdriver
• HP Spectre x360: Internal battery, needs special tools
• HP Envy: Most have internal batteries
• HP EliteBook: Mix of removable and internal (check model)
• HP ProBook 450: Many have removable batteries
• HP Chromebook 14: Internal battery

Recycling Your Old HP Battery

Did you know? Only 15% of laptop batteries get recycled! HP makes it easy to through their partners.
You can drop off your old battery at:

• Best Buy stores
• Office Depot
• HP official recycling centers

When to Get Help

You should get professional help if:

• Your laptop has a sealed battery
• Your laptop is under warranty
• You don’t have the right tools
• Your battery is swollen or leaking

FAQs About HP Laptop Batteries

Conclusion

Taking out your HP laptop battery is easy when you follow these steps. Just make sure to use the right tools and be careful with the cables.
If your HP laptop has power problems, sometimes a simple battery reset can fix it. After putting your battery back, remember to let it charge fully before using again.
For new batteries, check out these high-quality replacement batteries for HP Pavilion 15-CX Series or the reliable batteries for HP EliteBook models.
Did your HP laptop have black screen issues after removing the battery? Learn how to properly reset your HP laptop’s power system to fix this common problem.