Hi I'm Austin and I work in iFixit's EDU department.
I grew up in San Diego and went to school in Santa Cruz to study physics and later, theater. I've spent the past few years tutoring and teaching everything from fluid dynamics to pataphysical theater and I love finding the connecting threads between subjects.
I try to keep my free time as diverse as my studies, and can be found biking, hiking, climbing, or just digging into the latest dramatic television series. I've also become a bit of a chef in recent years (fueled by my insatiable appetite) and can cook up a mean pizza or stir-fry.
Unfortunately, the black tape covering the edges of the battery extends below the motherboard on the side with the connector. It may be dangerous to force it out as it could tear the material, and will be difficult to reinstall a replacement as the tape will not be seated underneath the motherboard.