How To Remove or Replace an Internal (Non-Removable) Laptop Battery

Learn how to remove or replace the internal laptop battery in your HP, Dell, ASUS, MSI, Lenovo, or any other brand of laptop with simple tools and techniques.
Most modern laptops include an internal battery that is not designed to be removed by the user. If you want to remove or replace an internal laptop battery, however, it is much easier than you think!
With a few basic tools such as a small Phillips head screwdriver, plastic prying tools, and a clean work area you will be able to take apart your laptop's case and take out the internal battery that was designed to be non-removable.
Reasons you might want to remove an internal battery:
Replacing a defective battery with a new one
Removing a working battery to preserve lifespan
00:00 - Internal battery removal overview
00:54 - Tools needed to remove internal battery
02:17 - Removing the back cover of the laptop
05:07 - Identifying the internal battery
05:45 - Disconnect battery from the motherboard
06:31 - Removing the internal battery
08:42 - Putting the laptop back together
Links for the tools I used in the video:
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Thank you for watching and be sure to leave a comment if you have any more questions about the topic in this video!

[@primaprime4338]

The idea of opening the case with a guitar pick is genius! Thanks man, this was truly a very helpful video

[@WelshJotun]

Thank you for keeping things simple and visually helpful. I was losing my mind looking at picture by picture explanations online. Another youtube video was unhelpful and then I found you. Cheers.

[@andreaburger5903]

Holy power hour. Thanks for this clear, verbal and visual walk-through. So much more clear than the 6 videos KZbin presented to me first with blaring music and no actual instruction, precautions or anything else valuable. Definite thumbs up!

[@mellowdewalt1379]

This helps alot-. I broke my computer and need to take out the battery. I broke my computer by making a over powered mob farm in Minecraft

[@AlanenJ]

That doesn't make sense even tho its a joke.

[@sanstaro1209]

Minecraft god

[@namikazehudad6091]

Relatable

[@NotElucidated]

What a madlad

[@RunikaMori]

Funny since I'm watching this in order to help upgrade my RAM... to play minecraft mods

[@sophiewalshe]

Really descriptive video thank you! Its a little difficult detaching it from the motherboard but hopefully I get around it without too much damage!!

[@keallisf]

This video helped so much. I was afraid to do this on my own, and you have given me the confidence to do it.

[@deidreegglefield8930]

What a terrific video- well explained and visual aids - what 'not to do' was extremely helpful. Thanks

[@realamerican5969]

Wow, I was so afraid to remove all the screws and take out the internal battery but I followed your instructions and it worked! Thank you!

[@jimmccutcheon4965]

Being a guitarist, I loved the guitar pick used to take off the cover! Thank you for a very informative video!

[@thebrothers3971]

I think it as advisable to take a few photographs after every operation you make. Wire routes etc.

[@iantopham9594]

Clear useful instructions. And he didn't go off to answer the phone in the middle of it like another one I watched.

[@mariaobrien4077]

Thank you! The info was exactly what I needed to change my battery.

[@kellyborg3944]

Awesome instructions! I was able to remove battery safely!

[@rachaelbrown4832]

Hi, I have an actual HP battery not 3rd party battery that needs to be installed. I have not replaced it yet but when I do will the laptop just turn on and go straight to my login screen or will it need to setup? Thank you.

[@howardleach5340]

A really informative and carefully constructed guide. Well paced and well spoken Great advice as to how not to cause damage when disassembling a complex item. Bravo

[@andrewp221]

Great video, made changing the battery in my work Lenovo simple, instead of having to submit an IT ticket that can take a few days

[@rileyallen2729]

I cannot detach the cords attached to the battery! I have a Lenovo IdeaPad

[@FBI-vb2lp]

What dose the battery plug into I think the pins on the inside are broke and I need them fixed or the batter thing replaced pls help

[@RadicalVideos]

This was super helpful! Much thanks!!!

[@aaronreybonaobra5222]

is it possible that I plugged in the connecter inverted? My brand new battery is stuck at 0

[@tracieperez2629]

Thanks so much for that thorough and clear explanation!

[@plasmadrone3123]

JOOOSH!! Thankies for the video! I was just thinking when you'd make this video. Defo very useful.

[@AskaComputerGeek]

You're welcome - glad it could help you!

[@anthonydeciantis2100]

Thanks Josh. I have a BROAGE Achelous with a dead battery, apparently a common problem. Can you advise how to identify and replace the battery?

[@HamzaProphet]

thanks a lot! really quick and good tutorial

[@toomuchfreetime2637]

My laptop just suddenly stopped charging, I went through all these steps, and it still won't charge. Is there any chance when reconnecting the battery into the motherboard that it didn't go all the way in or something? I'm pretty sure i got it in properly but idk what to do now. I have 0% charge so can't actually get on it to check drivers and stuff

[@mnmourer]

Do you need to first discharge the battery? Also when you get the new one hooked up do you need to immediately charge it and then discharge it or anything of that nature?

[@iambad2915]

Thank you so so much. You just saved my laptop. It had a black screen and I wanted to take out the battery and had no idea how. This video was very detailed and easy to follow. Thank you so much for saving my new laptop.

[@suntaylor5721]

Thank you soooo much for the way you broke everything down. Video was the most helpful out of the ones I saw prior to finding you. Definitely gained a new subscriber.

[@rohanrefuge262]

Thanks alot. This has helped me a lot. Very wel explained and very simple to understand.

[@nkosinathithaleni3321]

Thanks a lot this video. I've managed to get my laptop back in life again.

[@SuranjoyPheiroijam]

My Ideapad 330s 14kib comes with a two-cell 7.4v battery. can I upgrade it with a three-cell 11.1v battery? If yes, should I also upgrade the charging adapter? It comes with a 45-watt adapter. Any suggestion??

[@grungyasscinema]

Im having a problem with one screw, is it possible to bypass one screw to get the cover enough out of the way?

[@juicyjamepr]

I'm looking up how to replace the battery on my Lenovo Laptop which is same as the one your working on. What are the odds!? This vid is perfect for me!! Anyone who owns this laptop knows how bad the battery is 😂

[@lorimoss1909]

so i replaced the battery on my HP laptop but it still won't turn on. what other issues could i possible be having? the power cord works on my daughters laptop so i know the cord is good. could it be the power supply unit?

[@DucTran-ze8ef]

Great clip, it helps me so much. Thanks

[@aryeegabriel2897]

Thanks. But my laptop is not was was not turning on but when I plug it, it shows it is charging but still won’t turn on. I watched your video and took out the battery but still won’t turn on and won’t even show it is is charging when being plugged in. Can u please help me with a video

[@LetsDo69]

"The integrated batteries are not easily user-replaceable and to change this type of batteries the users have to send the product to the manufacturer or have to bring the laptop to a technical expert." The expert - takes out 4 screws and pulls some cables : *Alright that'll be $100+$70 new battery+$30 fees*

[@drybeanz1995]

i tried to replace my battery and it would cost 170 for the battery including labor and I realized I can buy the battery for like 70 bucks and do it by myself. this is why you go with Asus or anything other than apple (or john deer for those C5 ghost enjoyers out there)

[@brockandroll4004]

If I remove the battery on Acer Nitro 5, will it stop the loud fan noise?

[@CidoH.]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@RookieGist]

Thanks a lot. This was really helpful

[@sigourney5517]

Thank youu!! Thats exactly what I was searching for!! 💋💋💋🙏🌷

[@amodsardesai9027]

Super helpful video. Thanks!

[@marcogoncalves5287]

Good morning, the circuit that charge my laptop battery got damage with water but laptop still working as long as the battery last. Is there a way to charge externally the battery? Is a hp RR03XL. Best regards.

[@ceskul]

My laptop turned off suddenly so I tried disconnecting the battery, holding the power button while it's plugged in then reconnecting and my laptop booted up fine after that but now my laptop won't charge no charging light, no power button light I have a Lenovo 130-15IKB any help?

[@peggycarter6460]

If i simply unplug it from the motherbord without physically taking out can i run the laptop without battery or does it have to be physically removed?

[@mailesteve825]

Thanks this did really help me with my connex

[@gopalakrishnanramaswamy6562]

My DELL laptop( non- removable battery) does not turn on since it was struck by the sudden bursting of the transformer installed in our premises.However,when the charger is connected and removed instantly,the laptop blinks for a fraction of second(on the keyboard&not on the screen)How to restore it?

[@vijayakumarganapathysankar6225]

Thanks a lot and this helped solve my issue

[@dx3003]

No matter how much I wiggle, the connector does not disconnect the way it does at 5:45

[@Venomonomonom]

Others have massive issues with this too. One KZbinr just pulls the cable by hand lol. Smfh

[@Thetowguy77]

I appreciate the video. Really helped out a lot. 🙏 thank you

[@moshiurrahman9219]

thank you it helps, i need to disconnect the power connector too fix a display problem, i watched your other video it was good

[@MadhavRChandra]

Thankyou so much this really worked

[@CookandKnow]

Where do I find an internal battery for an HP?

[@tapan.k]

What if it doesn't recognize the battery? Faulty battery or software issue?

[@Dark-sy6ou]

Thank you so much my laptop was unresponsive for days and taking out the batter my and ram and plugging it back in fixed it

[@sheilaguzman1552]

Hi my wires that connects battery and motherboard are hard to pull. What should i do? I hope you'll notice this fast...

[@boredguy5805]

no ones video is covering this part, so annoying

[@Venomonomonom]

@@boredguy5805 it's insane how a lot of ppl have this issue and so few ppl have answers!

[@trisxart2393]

My battery has like a plastic and leather casing around it, it's weird, it's also the little paper things attached to the motherboard that I don't want to break. How do I remove something like that?

[@Keepitreal-qb6qw]

What laptop model are you using

[@coachrajan]

Very useful 🙏🏻

[@Strawberrysoda130]

I need a new battery for my Lenovo laptop, but the Lenovo website seems to not have any for purchase. Where are you guys buying your new laptop batteries? (I don't want to get it from Amazon)

[@mobydick4382]

Brother I have changed my hp omen 15 battery yesterday. And today the pc freezed on me 6 times. Is there someway to know what the issue is ???

[@mwijukyeisaackwetegyeka9338]

My Lenovo v i5 screen is just black yet the power lights are one

[@TinHatter419]

Thanks for this video.

[@richardmaddern7721]

HP laptop is giving me a battery replacement message through the HP Support Assistant program. Internal testing shows 21% of full charge capacity remaining. I'm only using the laptop always plugged into AC at home. Wondering if I ignore the replacement message will inhibit any functionality of the laptop. Did not see your link to the "no battery" option. Good video!

[@mohammedkota8579]

Appreciate It. Very Well Man.🙏 Almost Scared, Thankfully Got Your Video And Greatfully It Worked. - Thanks Man. (FROM-INDIA)

[@SomeshNayak-lr8ef]

Thanks

[@thomengel9720]

Dose this affect the memory?

[@malothnagaraju6329]

can we get more battery life in old laptop by replacing battery

[@KlluaRoblox]

can i use my laptop without battery??(my battery is non removable)

[@its-milaah]

Thank you !

[@user-oh5ee4hk3k]

I replaced the battery and my Microsoft programs and files are gone . Nothing showing on my ribbon at the bottom . I do have internet acess

[@swapnilraj8214]

I have the same laptop How can I use that without battery? Please guide me

[@meerabear20]

Hi I just recently last month suddenly got the dead battery - only works when plugged in to the charger. I did an internal diagnostic which said the battery should be replaced (have had my laptop for nearly 3 years now). My new laptop battery has arrived - are you able to provide guidance on caring for the new battery to make it last longer? Should it be fully charged first before use? and then fully drained of charge each time before plugging in the charger?

[@robertb.3651]

No keep it between 20-85 percent is best for Lithium ion batteries.

[@marknaylor2060]

Very nice liked it

[@soldieryaoi]

Thank you, I was scared to take it out.

[@XDOmar006]

if i replaced my laptop battery will the new battery last long

[@alphaminecraft5756]

Perfect ❤️

[@owenurdiain]

Is it possible to disconnect the battery but leave it in there, or are there any dangers like short-circuits, overheating....?

[@wademaccloud9207]

Hey, wondering the same thing, how did it go ??

[@owenurdiain]

@@wademaccloud9207 I did for a whole 2 months during summer (so much more likely to overheat), and I put more stress on the system than ever before with many different things like gaming, video editing... And I had no problem at all. Still, I have heard it is better to take it out if you're not going to use the battery for longer than 1 month😅

[@vanilla_labelle]

my aunt was so impressed I changed out her battery. even cleaned some dust out of the fan, that baby's gonna work like a charm

[@slemchrimell6014]

Hello josh, I want to know Can we use a laptop while it is charging? I have searched it but i dont feel much confident about other answers so would be great to know from you whether we can use laptop while charging or not. 😀

[@AskaComputerGeek]

Yes there is no issue with this - that is how they are designed! The only issue with using a laptop while charging is basically if you ALWAYS have it plugged in and just use it in the same place on your desk everyday then you will be degrading the battery without actually making use of the battery. The only way around this is to remove the laptop battery completely but this isn't usually a practical solution.

[@Elisabeth19031978]

Hope you'll show how to plug in the battery.

[@ilieGilbertCristian]

Thank you❤

[@pulancheck]

I have a worry. If you buy now a laptop (modern, with internal battery) - can you find replacement battery 100% compatible ? (These batteries most probably have different specs + dimensions + maybe attached circuit) Now + what about in 5 years? (I'm assuming battery will degrade quite a bit & you might want to replace it). How would you tackle this? Do Lenovo or X producer offer this service or can they sell just this component? Or solution is AliExpress or equivalent chinese site ?

[@IbrahimQasim-sb5kr]

I have that same worry. I've been using my laptop for 4.5 years and I don't think I'm gonna buy a new one soon, so I'm afraid I wouldn't find any parts for my laptop in the near future if i needed to replace them.

[@mariusgallardegaming8266]

My HP laptop is not opening. I'm charging it and it just heats up at the bottom part and if it heats up I know it's charging but it's not opening. Can you please help me

[@AskaComputerGeek]

When you say opening do you mean turning on?

[@snowzfn2736]

Could u pls make a vid of why my game stutter and lag when I connected my charger to my laptop and get frame drops I try every method on yt pls help and make a vid

[@AskaComputerGeek]

Thanks for watching this video - I will try to get a video up on this topic soon!

[@snowzfn2736]

@@AskaComputerGeek thank you for seeing my messages and responding back

[@KurtWoloch]

Well, let me take a guess on how that may happen... this might be the same thing as on a power bank I own... it's able to deliver about 2 amps as long as it's not being charged, but while it's being charged, it reduces the current going out. If the laptop does the same thing, this means it will try to use less power while plugged in in order to save some of the power to charge its battery, or in order not to produce too much heat... and if badly designed, it will even do this if the battery's already fully charged (like my power bank does it as well).

[@hudaalnawasreh8383]

Hey I have a question my laptop does not turn on when I click the power button at all help please

[@AskaComputerGeek]

Will it turn on when you plug in the AC adapter? Have you tried holding the power button for 30 seconds? Was the battery previously able to charge?

[@worldwarlean8229]

@@AskaComputerGeek I have the same problem

[@stewartwalsh9241]

Hi! I got a repacement battery for my lenovo, when I iinstall it it appears to work for a few minutes but will then crash and completey shut off. Is there any extra steps I should be taking with the replacement battery? (I put the old one back in and it works fine)

[@ericaceae]

This is very helpful, thank you! Will save this for future reference.

[@hoodie-kunch.projectcyberg5935]

My Battery has inflated and I would want to know if its ok to take it off and would it still work without the battery?

[@fyremelon]

I think mine is bloated too cuz there's a very slight bulge on my keyboard near my spacebar. It's also about 3 years old and been plugged in most of the time. A google search and this video said it should run without a battery so I will have to do that for now since it's not a good idea to continue using bloated batteries. You just need to often save stuff like documents you're working on in case of power surges or outages. I also read that some components can get damaged without a battery but I forget how.

[@lerixoff5362]

thank you lotsssss

[@amval9396]

Hi, so I did this and replaced my battery and now my computer won’t turn on at all. Any suggestions?

[@mr.goodgamer9986]

Your charger isnt plugged in properly

[@ExistentialDawn]

Damn, mine is much complex i gave up when i tried to disconnect mother board there was a small spark that happened when i tried to remove that small metal in 5:58 so i got scared that i screwed something up. Hope i didn't, but i did do a cleanup that's something. The reason why i tried to remove battery is because my laptop won't charge, and work since battery is depleted.

[@raynerussellictao3182]

Is it ok to use the laptop without the battery while the laptop is plugged in?

[@gdude7397]

Yes

[@bismita653]

What do I do if I don't have a screwdriver

[@edenmilk]

Buy the screwdriver

[@seydousoumare1736]

Super Useful Thank you ! +1 like!

[@AskaComputerGeek]

Glad it helped you and thanks for watching!

[@Reaper-lh4yq]

Wow, I didn't know that Master Oogway is a tech guy!

[@finnz7786]

I did this now it won't turn on...blue led light is on tho...there are two...one is on...the one that shows its turned on stays on for 7 seconds and shuts off

[@MickeyTTuamunika0402]

same did you find a solution?

[@finnz7786]

@@MickeyTTuamunika0402 800$ got a new 1

[@finnz7786]

I opened it up n messed with it more

[@finnz7786]

N it broke

[@geminiplaysgames4340]

Cool bro says nothing about how to get it out cause I can’t get it out

[@ROBERT-fd4kl]

Nothing will get the back cover off of my laptop - guitar pick, flat screwdriver, knife blade............nothing. It doesn't even budge.

[@vinayanpa7427]

Hi Im getting a battery life of 2 hr or else. i purchased my lap only 3-4 months ago. 2 hrs is very low i guess