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If you have a Dell Precision 3580 PC that is either not holding a charge when unplugged or swelling near middle of the keyboard, there is most likely an issue with your battery. This guide will demonstrate the process of replacing the battery for a Dell Precision 3580 in detail.
In the event of a swollen battery, remember to exercise caution when attempting to remove and dispose of it.
For your safety, discharge your battery below 25% and shut down the laptop before disassemby.
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Flip the laptop upside down and remove all eight Phillips screws that secure the lower case.
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Insert a pry tool into the seam between the lower case and chassis.
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Slide the pry tool around the entire perimeter of the lower case, prying every couple of centimeters, until the lower case fully releases.
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Remove the lower case.
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Disconnect the battery connector from its motherboard port.
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Remove all five Phillips screws securing the battery.
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Lift the battery up and out of the chassis.
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Flip the battery and peel the tape that holds its cable in place to remove it.
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Disconnect the end of the cable connected to the battery so it can be moved to the replacement.
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Connect the cable to your replacement battery.
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Align the cable with the groove on the underside of the battery and secure it using the tape.
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Install the replacement battery gently and replace all five of the screws that secure it in place.
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Gently reconnect the battery connector to its motherboard socket.
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Replace the lower case and fasten all eight of the screws to resecure it.
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For optimal performance, after completing this guide, calibrate your newly installed battery.
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.
For optimal performance, after completing this guide, calibrate your newly installed battery.
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.