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Use this guide to replace the left speaker in your HP EliteBook 845 G9 laptop.
The left speaker is on the same side of the laptop as the HDMI and USB‑C ports.
It's recommended to replace both speakers at once, even if only one is faulty. Click here for the right speaker replacement guide.
You may need to replace the speakers if they have distorted sound, crackling noises, or no sound at all.
Still under warranty? Contact HP to learn your warranty status, receive a repair under warranty if eligible, or for further warranty information.
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Save your work, fully shut down your laptop, and unplug all cables.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to fully loosen (not remove) the five captive screws securing the bottom cover.
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Position your laptop so the rear edge (with the screen hinge) is closest to you.
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Insert the flat end of a spudger between the rear edge of the bottom cover and the frame, near the middle screw and ELITEBOOK text.
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Use your spudger to pry up the cover to release the clip securing it.
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Leave the spudger inserted under the bottom cover for the next step.
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Slide your spudger along the rear edge toward one of the corners to release the rear edge clips.
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Rotate your spudger around the corner and up the edge to release the clips securing the short edge of the cover.
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Reinsert the flat end of a spudger near the ELITEBOOK text.
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Repeat the previous step for the other side of the cover to release the remaining clips.
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Slide the cover towards the screen hinge to disengage the clips on the opposite edge.
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Lift and remove the cover.
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Position your laptop so the front edge (opposite the screen hinges) is closest to you.
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Use the point of a spudger to push on alternating sides of the battery's sliding connector to walk it completely out of its socket.
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Use the point of a spudger to push on alternating sides of the left speaker's sliding connector to walk it completely out of its socket.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two 2.5 mm‑long screws securing the left speaker.
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Lift the speaker straight up and off its posts to remove it.
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Make sure the new speaker has grommets. If it doesn't, transfer over the original grommets.
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Align the grommets over their screw posts and press down gently to secure the speaker in place.
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Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before you install it.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Depending on your region, used HP devices and parts can be returned for reuse or recycling through the HP Planet Partners program.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before you install it.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Depending on your region, used HP devices and parts can be returned for reuse or recycling through the HP Planet Partners program.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
