Acer Aspire A515-51G Battery Replacement

Written By: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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Acer Aspire A515-51G Battery Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

9

Time Required

15 - 30 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the battery in your Acer Aspire A515-51G 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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    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 20 6.6 mm screws securing the case.

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    • Insert an opening pick between the lower case and the chassis on the front right edge.

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    • Slide the pick along the front edge to release the clips securing the lower case.

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    • Continue sliding the opening pick along the perimeter of the lower case to release the remaining clips.

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    • Lift the lower case from the chassis and remove it.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your laptop and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your laptop back down before you continue working.

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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 tweezers, or your fingers, to peel back the tape connecting the battery to the motherboard.

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    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two 4.5 mm-long screws securing the battery.

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    • Pull the battery towards the top of the laptop 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.

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