| Before starting the repair, power off the laptop and make sure it is unplugged from the charger. |
| This process will require a T5 Torx Screwdriver, an iFixit Opening Tool, Phillips #00 Screwdriver, and a replacement battery. |
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| Batteries are what let your laptop hold power. A bad battery can lead to many problems. ***Here are some signs that your battery may need replacing:*** |
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| * The laptop will not stay on. Constant shutting down is a major sign of battery issues. |
| * The laptop overheats easily. It is normal for laptops to get warm, but if yours is getting hot during small tasks, there is probably a problem with the battery. |
| * The laptop will not charge properly. If the laptop takes longer than an hour to become fully charged, there is a problem. |
| ***If the battery appears to have become swollen or to have leaked, BE EXTRA CAREFUL.*** |
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| Ifixit has a very helpful article on how to deal with swollen batteries: |
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| [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/11211/what-to-do-with-a-swollen-iphone-battery|What to Do With a Swollen iPhone Battery] |
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| (it says iPhone, but the same process goes for any lithium ion battery) |
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| ***Before starting the repair, swollen battery or not, please let the batteries charge reach 0% .*** |
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| Remember that after you have successfully replaced the battery (which we are sure you will) please recycle it! |
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| Ifixit also has an incredibly helpful article on this subject: [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/11199/how-to-recycle-iphone-battery|How to Properly Recycle Your Old iPhone Battery] |
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| (again it says iPhone, but the same process goes for any lithium ion battery) |