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Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to safely remove and replace the battery in a Logitech MX Vertical wireless mouse.

Note: If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

Accessing the battery requires removing the adhesive feet on the mouse’s underside. If thoroughly heated, they can be cleanly removed, but you may need replacement feet if one rips or some of its adhesive is left behind.

What you need

  1. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Turn off the mouse: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Before you begin, flip the mouse's power switch into the OFF position.

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  2. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Lay the mouse buttons-side down: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • The mouse's unique shape prevents it from laying flat. If you need to, lay it button-side down onto a soft towel to prevent wobble.

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  3. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Heat the feet adhesive: step 3, image 1 of 2 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Heat the feet adhesive: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • If you're planning to reuse your existing mouse feet, note that the adhesive needs to be thoroughly heated for them to be cleanly removed.

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the feet on the mouse's underside for about two minutes.

    • Alternatively, a hair dryer or a heat gun may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the mouse.

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  4. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the mouse feet: step 4, image 1 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the mouse feet: step 4, image 2 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the mouse feet: step 4, image 3 of 3
    Tool used on this step:
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    • Insert one arm of a pair of sharp tweezers underneath the end of one foot.

    • Grip the foot and begin to peel it away from the bottom of the mouse.

    • Peel slowly, making sure the foot and its adhesive are removed in one piece.

    • The foot should come away from the mouse without the need for much force. If it feels stuck, apply more heat and try again.

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  6. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Use a pair of tweezers to peel the foot away from the mouse to completely remove it.

    • Place the foot adhesive-side up on a clean surface.

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  7. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Insert a tweezer arm underneath the end of the second foot.

    • Peel the foot away from the mouse to completely remove it.

    • The foot should come away from the mouse without much force. If it feels stuck, apply more heat and try again.

    • Place the foot adhesive-side up on a clean surface.

    • During reassembly, remove any leftover adhesive before installing new feet.

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  8. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the case screws: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five 6.5 mm recessed screws securing the two halves of the mouse casing together.

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  9. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Separate the two halves: step 8, image 1 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Separate the two halves: step 8, image 2 of 3 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Separate the two halves: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Don't try to completely remove the upper half, as both halves are connected with a fragile ribbon cable.

    • Lift the top half of the mouse away from the bottom half.

    • Lay the top half of the mouse, buttons down, onto your work surface.

    • Take care to not strain the ribbon cable connecting the two halves.

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  10. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 9, image 1 of 2 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 9, image 2 of 2
    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
    $4.99
    Buy

    • Use a pair of blunt tweezers to grip the edges of the battery cable connector, and pull up to disconnect it from the motherboard.

    • Always pull cables by their connectors and not the wires themselves.

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  11. Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the battery: step 10, image 1 of 2 Logitech MX Vertical Battery Replacement, Remove the battery: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Peel the battery away from its shelf.

    • The battery is secured with some light adhesive.

    • Remove the battery.

    • To install a replacement battery:

    • Remove any leftover adhesive from the battery shelf.

    • Apply double sided tape or pre-cut adhesive to secure the new battery.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.

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8 Comments

¡Excelente guia! ¡Parece haber sido hecha por el fabricante! ¡Muchas gracias!

Erick Caliz Morales - Reply

Where can I purchase a known good new battery (OEM preferred)?

Frank - Reply

Is it actually important to replace with the same mAh value?
Or can I go with something bigger as long as the voltage is 3.7V, the connector is the same and the battery actually fits inside the mouse?

Gunnar Arneby - Reply

Looking for the same info as the other commenters, where can I find the replacement battery for sale and are the other ones you sell for similar logitech models good enough to replace for this one?

Dylan - Reply

You can find the replacment battery here: https://www.cutratebatteries.com

Just search AHB521630PJT-04

You're welcome!

Kilowatt - Reply

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