Lenovo ThinkPad P50s Base Cover Replacement

Last updated on December 20, 2024

10 - 15 minutes

Easy

Introduction

The base cover protects components inside the Lenovo ThinkPad P50s such as the Hard Drive, Motherboard, Thermal Fan, etc.. If you need to access any internal components, or if your base cover is damaged and needs replacing, follow this guide.

Before you begin, disable the built-in battery and remove the micro SIM card if your device has one. Here is a link with instructions on how to do so on page 123. Make sure the laptop is off and disconnect the AC power adapter.

What you need

Tools

Step 1 Battery

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Flip the device over so the bottom is facing you.

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Step 2

Use your thumb to slide the right lock switch button outward.

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Step 3

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With your thumb slide the left lock switch button outward while sliding the battery out with your other hand.
When replacing the battery, make sure that the connectors are aligned properly.
You may hear a click when the battery is fully seated and the lock engages.

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Step 4 Base Cover

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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to unscrew the eight 2 mm captive screws.
These screws should not be removed entirely; you will be able to take off the base cover once they are loosened.

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Step 5

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With the plastic opening tool, pry up the base cover.
Slide the opening tool around the edge of the laptop to release the snap tabs.
You may need to use opening picks to hold the tabs apart, as the base is securely attached and tends to snap back into place.