SS03XL Laptop Battery for HP EliteBook 730 735 745 755 830 840 846 G5 G6 ZBOOK 14U Mobile Workstation MT44 Notebook Battery

Description

What it is

The SS03XL is a lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack designed as a replacement (or original spare) for certain HP laptop models. It has a part-code “SS03XL” and may equivalently carry or replace HP part numbers like 932823-171, 932823-421, 933321-855, HSTNN-IB8C, and others. Perfect Emall+3UAEBattery+3Laptop Battery Express+3
It is listed for use with machines such as:

• HP EliteBook 730, 735, 745, 755, 830, 840, 846 (G5/G6 generations) Laptop Battery Express+1

• HP ZBook 14u (G5/G6) Mobile Workstation UAEBattery+1

• HP MT44 / thin-client series (in some listings) Aggarwal Computronix+1
  Thus, if your laptop is one of the above, this battery is a possible drop-in replacement.

Key Specifications

Here are important technical details and specs you should know:

• Voltage: 11.55 V is commonly listed for the SS03XL. eBay+1 Some providers mention 11.1 V version as compatible, though 11.55 V seems the stated nominal. UAEBattery

• Capacity: Many listings show ~50 Wh (watt-hours) or ~4,330 mAh (at the nominal voltage) for the 3-cell version. Laptop Battery Express+1

• Cell count/configuration: Typically a 3-cell (3 cells in series) Li-ion pack. UAEBattery+1

• Compatibility / part numbers: Many alternate references: SS03050XL, SS03050XL-PL, HSTNN-DB8J, HSTNN-IB8C etc. UAEBattery+1

• Physical / fitment details: Must match the laptop’s battery bay, connector, mounting screw points. While not always fully specified in the listing, many providers emphasise “fits HP EliteBook 830/840 etc G5/G6” thus confirming the physical form factor. Megan Computers

• Warranty / lifecycle: Some sellers claim 300-500 charge cycles, or warranty periods (12 months, 6 months) depending on vendor. Laptop Battery Express+1

Compatibility

• Before purchasing, very carefully check that your exact laptop model is supported. For example: EliteBook 840 G6, ZBook 14u G6, etc. Some older or newer variants may use a different battery.

• Confirm your existing battery’s part number or vendor listing matches SS03XL (or an equivalent part number). If your current battery says something else (e.g., “SS04XL” or “SN03XL”), you may need a different pack.

• Confirm the connector / physical shape: The replacement must match the exact battery compartment shape, screw holes, mounting points, and connector orientation of your laptop.

• Note that “compatible” may mean drop-in or may require firmware recognition; often HP devices detect battery part number and may flag non-HP/aftermarket packs with warnings (though many aftermarket replacements work fine).

• If your laptop is a thin client (MT44) or special “healthcare edition”, ensure the same battery part is used. Some vendors list MT44 compatibility for SS03XL. Aggarwal Computronix

Benefits & Why You Might Replace the Battery

• If your laptop’s existing battery no longer holds sufficient charge (runs only 15-30 minutes, shuts down under load), replacing the battery can restore mobility and reliable battery life without buying a new laptop.

• A high-quality replacement battery with correct specs will allow your system to run unplugged for longer (depending on usage) and restore original form-factor.

• For business laptops like EliteBook/ZBook, prolonged run time and reliability matter — so having a new battery is beneficial for portable productivity.

• If your laptop is still otherwise fully functional (CPU, screen, SSD, etc) then battery replacement is economically sensible.

Limitations & Things to Be Aware Of

• Aftermarket / third-party batteries: Many listings are “compatible” or “replacement for” SS03XL rather than OEM HP factory battery. Quality varies. Some come with minimal warranty (6-12 months).

• Runtime: The “50Wh” capacity is moderate. Depending on screen size, workload (CPU/GPU usage), you may only achieve ~2-4 hours of usage unplugged in real-world usage. Some listings mention 3-4 hours use. Laptop Battery Express+1

• Charging behaviour / calibration: New battery may need calibration (charge/discharge cycle) to show correct “remaining %” on the laptop.

• Firmware / battery firmware mismatch: HP laptops sometimes maintain battery information in BIOS; replacement of battery may cause odd battery health readings, or “non-HP battery installed” warnings.

• Aging: Even new batteries degrade over time — after a few years, capacity will drop (e.g., from 50Wh to 40Wh or less), so do not expect original brand-new full runtime unless truly new cell pack.

• Shipping/import: If you import from overseas (to Rwanda / Kigali) check shipping cost, customs/import duties, battery shipping restrictions (lithium ion batteries often have special shipping regulations).

• Fitment risk: If pack doesn’t physically fit 100% (connector offset, screw hole different) your laptop may not accept it or may require subtle modification (not recommended).

Installation & Usage Tips

Here are some practical tips when installing the SS03XL battery:

• Shutdown laptop, unplug power adapter, and remove the battery (or ensure no power) before swapping to avoid short circuits.

• Remove the old battery (unscrew mounting screws, disconnect connector from motherboard).

• Install the new battery: reconnect connector firmly, ensure no debris, secure mounting screws.

• Charge the laptop fully (to 100%) before heavy usage. Some suggest one full charge/discharge cycle to calibrate. (Though modern Li-ion cells don’t require “memory effect” cycles, calibration helps system report correct remaining capacity).

• Use the laptop on battery power occasionally — letting it sometimes reach ~20-30% remaining rather than always being plugged in helps maintain battery health. Some sellers of SS03XL replacement advise to avoid draining to 0% too often. UAEBattery

• Maintain good thermal environment: high temperatures reduce battery lifespan. Avoid covering vents, and ensure laptop cooling works properly.

• If you store the laptop (with battery) for long periods without use, store it at ~50% charge in cool environment, not fully discharged.

• Check battery health via HP’s built-in diagnostics or via BIOS/system information after installation to confirm it is recognised correctly and capacity is as expected.