| An aged or faulty laptop battery can reduce use time of the laptop when not connected to its power adapter cable. |
| If your Dell XPS 15 9560 fails to charge, the battery dies unusually quick, or the laptop cannot power on without being connected to the charger, the battery may be faulty and in need of a replacement. |
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| A battery is responsible for providing power to the device. Overcharging the laptop by leaving it on the charger after it has reached its maximum charge or exceeding the number of charging cycles the battery can withstand will deteriorate the functionality of the battery. |
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| When examining the your laptop or battery, take care to see if it is swollen. A swollen battery, when punctured, can cause a fire or an explosion. Follow this [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/What_to_do_with_a_swollen_battery|informative guide] on possible signs, causes, and removal. |
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| Ensure that the laptop is turned off and unplugged before beginning. |