Upgrade Guides is a technical blog run by the Upgrade My Laptop team. We focus on laptop upgrades know-how—from compatibility checks and step-by-step tutorials to buying advice and troubleshooting. Our mission is simple: Make DIY upgrades easy.
What we publish
Step-by-step upgrade guides: RAM, SSD, and battery replacements for popular HP, Lenovo, Dell, and more—clear photos, tool lists, and time estimates.
Battery & parts lookups: Cross-references for codes like HT03XL / SR03XL / L11119-855 with compatible models, specs, and caveats.
Buying & care advice: How to choose capacity/voltage/cell count; calibration, storage, and lifespan tips.
Troubleshooting: Not charging, rapid drain, swelling, error messages—diagnosis and fixes.
How we validate information
Hands-on first: We tear down and test when we can. When hardware isn’t available, we cross-check against OEM docs and multiple sources and cite the basis.
Three-point compatibility check: Part number → laptop/model & board rev → electrical/firmware specs.
Reproducible steps: Every guide aims for “you can follow this.” If readers hit snags, we update quickly.
Orders placed on our main store (https://www.upgrade-my-laptop.com/) receive an extra manual compatibility check before shipping.
Editorial principles
Usefulness over fluff: Practical, actionable content only.
Independent & transparent: We don’t accept paid write-ups. Sponsorships or affiliates, when present, are clearly labeled.
Safety & environmental notes
Disconnect power and discharge by holding the power button before opening a laptop. Avoid shorting or deforming packs.
Do not continue using or mailing swollen batteries. Contact local e-waste services or ask us about proper handling.
Recycle used batteries per local regulations.
Our relationship to Upgrade My Laptop
Upgrade Guides is created and maintained by the Upgrade My Laptop team to share knowledge and best practices. Articles may link to our store products; if you buy through those links, we may earn revenue. This does not change our commitment to objectivity and strict compatibility checks.
Copyright & trademarks
Unless stated otherwise, content is © Upgrade Guides. You’re welcome to quote brief excerpts with attribution and a link. Brand names and trademarks (e.g., HP/OMEN/ProBook) belong to their owners and are used for identification/compatibility only; we have no affiliation or endorsement from those brands.