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If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing,
bending, or crushing a lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical
support for assistance. See
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Always purchase genuine batteries from
or authorized Dell partners and resellers.
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Swollen batteries should not be used and should be replaced and disposed properly. For guidelines on how to
handle and replace swollen Lithium-ion batteries, see
Handling swollen Lithium-ion batteries
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Removing the 4-cell battery (64 Wh)
Prerequisites
Before working inside your computer
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2. Remove the
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About this task
NOTE:
This procedures only applies for computers shipped with a 4-cell battery (64 Wh) installed.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the 4-cell battery (64 Wh) and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board.
NOTE:
This step is applicable only if the battery cable has not been disconnected.
2. Remove the five screws (M2x3) that secure the 4-cell battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Lift the 4-cell battery off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the 4-cell battery (64 Wh)
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
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Removing and installing components
