How to open HP EliteBook 660 G11 – disassembly and upgrade options

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From: Dimitar Stalev 01 November 2024 / 11:54 0

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HP EliteBook 660 G11

Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 165U
VideoCard: Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
RAM: 64GB RAM
STORAGE: 1000GB SSD

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Hint: Ensure the laptop is powered off and disconnected from any power source before starting.

Undo the five captive Phillips-head screws on the bottom of the laptop.
Pry the back panel near the top two edges using a lever tool.
Raise the plate around the upper central screw.
Once the rear is fully popped, carefully work your way around the sides and the front to remove the back cover.

More info: The bottom plate provides access to all internal components, including the battery, memory, storage, and WWAN slot for optional 4G LTE connectivity.

Battery Removal

Caution: Handle the battery with care to avoid damage or injury.

Detach the battery connector from the mainboard.
Push down the plastic holder located in front of the battery.
Carefully slide the battery to the left to remove it.

More info: The laptop comes with an optional 56Wh battery, while the default version has a 48Wh capacity, providing around 11 hours of video playback.

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Memory Upgrade

Hint: Ensure you are grounded to prevent static discharge when handling memory modules.

Locate the RAM zone covered by a metal cap.
Use a lever tool to pop open the metal cap.
Insert the new DDR5-5600 MHz RAM modules into the SODIMM slots, ensuring they are seated properly.

More info: The laptop supports up to 64GB of DDR5-5600 MHz RAM in dual-channel mode. Although the CPU can support up to 96GB, it’s recommended to adhere to the manufacturer’s specified limit. Each RAM module is equipped with a thermal pad for additional cooling. The WWAN slot on the left of the cooling system allows for optional 4G LTE connectivity.

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Storage Upgrade

Hint: Handle the SSD with care to avoid any data loss or damage during installation.

Locate the single Gen 4 M.2 slot for storage upgrades.
Remove the heat shield covering the preinstalled 2280 NVMe SSD by unscrewing the securing screws.
Insert the new Gen 4 M.2 SSD into the slot and secure it with the screws.

More info: The storage compartment includes a heat shield to help manage SSD temperatures. The Wi-Fi 6E card is positioned close to the CPU chip for optimal connectivity performance.

Hint: Don’t forget to check out our Top M.2 SSDs Performance Rankings for insights on the best storage options available.

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Cooling System Overview

More info: The cooling system comprises one large fan, a heat pipe, one long heat sink, and a heat spreader. Additionally, the Wi-Fi 6E card is positioned close to the CPU chip.

Inspect the cooling components to ensure they are free of dust and debris.
Verify that the heat pipe and heat spreader are properly connected to maintain optimal cooling performance.

HP EliteBook 660 G11 in-depth review

The more feature-rich HP EliteBook devices are positioned higher in the manufacturer hierarchy compared to the ProBook siblings. The EliteBook 660 G11 is a thin business machine that is also powerful, especially if you pick one with a 28W Meteor Lake-H CPU. In our case, we bought a laptop with a 15W Core Ultra 7 155U which is more battery-friendly and still packs enough processor cores for normal business work.All four display options are 1200p units including the touchscreen one. HP claims 100% sRGB coverage (we can't confirm that) for two of the panels so check that before configuring yo[...]

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Pros

Uninstrusive modern design
Nice comfort during full loads
Compact for a 16-incher (1.75 kg / 10.9 - 17 mm)
Good overall performance for normal office work
Wide viewing angles and a high max brightness of 333 nits (CMN1638)
PWM-free panel (CMN1638)
Comfortable keyboard with optional backlight
2x Type-A + 2x Type-C ports
The fan is almost quiet even in "Performance" mode
Long battery battery life (~ 11 hours of videos)
Web camera with a privacy shutter
Well-cooled NVMe (Micron 2400)
Lid with a lever design
Solid base
Optional fingerprint reader, NFC, IR Web camera, Smart Card reader, and 4G connectivity
Good sound quality
The Core Ultra 7 155U can maintain a 2.68 GHz / 2.35 GHz P and E-core clock in long heavy loads
2x SODIMMs + replaceable Wi-Fi 6E card