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.

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    • Completely power off and unplug your EliteBook before you start. Close the display and flip the entire laptop upside-down.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • You can use a piece of tape to hold the pull tab 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.

    • 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.

    • Remove the battery.

Conclusion

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.

Alex Diaz-Kokaisl

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