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Ensure any screws during the servicing of this product are not lost or misplaced, to prevent accidental
puncture or damage to the battery and other system components.
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If a battery gets stuck in a device as a result of swelling, do not try to free it as puncturing, bending, or
crushing a Lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact for assistance and further
instructions.
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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.
Removing battery
Before working inside your computer
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2. Remove the:
a.
Removing the SIM tray – WWAN models
on page 12
b.
3. To remove the battery:
a. Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the system board .
b. Remove the 5 M2x3 screws that secure the battery to the computer [1].
NOTE:
The 3-cell battery has only 3 screws.
c. Lift the battery away from the computer [2].
Disassembly and reassembly
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