In my travels, I came across the battery that is the actual match of the motherboard battery currently in my laptop--minus the wires, connector and casing. I have to replace the RTC battery because it is completely and totally dead (original to the laptop btw) but don't have the funds available to pay the high price they are asking for new ones--anywhere up to $50.00

I do have the wires, connector and casing for the old battery. What I would like to know is if I can somehow connect all parts with the new battery and save some money in the process. What would I use to connect it all with... adhesive? what kind? As a grandma, I would rather spend that extra money spoiling my new first grandkid!

Here is an image of the battery:

Welcome to D-A-L.

You would need to achieve an electrical connection between the wire leads and the actual battery (ie; soldering or spring type contacts). Adhesive generally won't accomplish this (replace soldering).

Unfortunately your attached picture is extremely small and deciphering what is involved isn't possible. I've checked the RTC battery replacement procedures on the HP/Compaq site for the Armada series and they appear different than what you have pictured. (Admittedly I only checked the first two listed.) What is your exact Model/Part Number in the Armada series?

Hi Dan,

Thanks for the reply. My model number is Compaq Armada 4130T. Thanks for any help you can provide.

If you need any more info, please let me know.

I checked the service manual for your model and the results were the same. Pictures are drawn, no photos.

So, the best advice I can provide with the existing info is to check the original component and determine if you think you can remove the old battery and install the new one. If the wire leads are soldered onto the old battery then you will have to de-solder them and then re-solder them to the new battery.

Thanks for the help and advice, Dan. Will let you know how things turn out. Good thing I did soldering for 8 years (electronic components) Thanks again.

"I did soldering for 8 years (electronic components)"

Then you should have no problems as long as the mechanical aspects of the "package" are workable. (ie; non-destructive disassembly.)