HP G72-257CL Compaq Presario CQ72 Notebook PC and HP G72 Notebook PC - Mainten - Page 49

Battery Removal and replacement procedures Description 6 cell, Li-ion 2.20-Ah, 47-Wh battery 6-cell Li-lon, 2.55 Ah, 55-Wh battery Spare part number 593553-001 593554-001 Before disassembling the computer: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet and then disconnecting the AC adapter from the computer. Remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery release latch 1 to release the battery. 3. Pivot the battery 2 upward and remove it 3 from the computer. To insert the battery, insert the rear edge of the battery into the battery bay and pivot the front edge downward until the battery is seated. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place. Maintenance and Service Guide 4-7