{"id":15554,"date":"2025-09-07T10:49:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-07T10:49:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/?p=15554"},"modified":"2025-09-07T10:49:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T10:49:10","slug":"dell-alienware-m15-r4-p87f-p87f003-battery-replacement-guide-and-buyers-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/dell-alienware-m15-r4-p87f-p87f003-battery-replacement-guide-and-buyers-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Dell Alienware m15 R4 (P87F \/ P87F003) \u2014 Battery Replacement Guide  and Buyer\u2019s Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- Start of post content --> <\/p>\n<article id=\"alienware-m15-r4-battery-replacement\" lang=\"en\">\n<style> .post-wrap{font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;color:#111;max-width:980px;margin:0 auto;padding:16px} h1,h2,h3{line-height:1.25;margin:1.2em 0 .4em} .lede{font-size:1.05rem;color:#333} .toc{background:#f7f7f9;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;padding:12px} .toc a{color:#0b5fff;text-decoration:none} .toc a:hover{text-decoration:underline} .badge{display:inline-block;font-size:.85rem;padding:.2rem .5rem;border-radius:999px;background:#eef2ff;color:#1e40af;margin-left:.4rem} .grid{display:grid;gap:16px} @media(min-width:800px){.grid.cols-2{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr}} figure{margin:16px 0} figcaption{font-size:.9rem;color:#555} img.responsive{max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb} .callout{border-left:4px solid #0ea5e9;background:#f0f9ff;padding:12px;border-radius:6px} .warning{border-left:4px solid #f43f5e;background:#fff1f2} .success{border-left:4px solid #22c55e;background:#f0fdf4} table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:12px 0} th,td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:8px;vertical-align:top} th{background:#fafafa;text-align:left} .btn{display:inline-block;background:#111;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:6px;font-weight:600} .btn:hover{opacity:.9} .btn-row{display:flex;gap:10px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:.5rem 0 1rem} .muted{color:#666} .spec-tag{display:inline-block;background:#f1f5f9;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:6px;padding:6px 8px;margin-right:8px;margin-bottom:8px} .sticky-cta{position:sticky;top:8px;z-index:1} .checklist{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;padding:12px;margin:16px 0} .checklist h3{margin-top:0} .checklist .flag{font-weight:700} .flag.ok{color:#15803d} .flag.warn{color:#dc2626} .counter{font-weight:700} .screw-map{font-size:.95rem} .kbd{font-family:ui-monospace,SFMono-Regular,Menlo,monospace;background:#f3f4f6;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-bottom-width:2px;border-radius:4px;padding:1px 6px} details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;padding:10px;margin:10px 0;background:#fcfcfd} .hr{height:1px;background:#eaecef;border:0;margin:24px 0} <\/style>\n<header class=\"post-wrap\">\n<h1>Alienware m15 R4 (P87F \/ P87F003) \u2014 Battery Replacement Guide &amp; Buyer\u2019s Checklist<\/h1>\n<p class=\"lede\">Your gaming laptop should run hard on battery, not hard on anxiety. If your Alienware m15 R4 dies fast, won\u2019t charge, or swells the chassis, use this field-tested, customer-first guide to confirm the issue and replace the pack safely with the correct 86&nbsp;WHr battery.<\/p>\n<div class=\"toc\" aria-label=\"Summary and jump links\">\n  <strong>Summary (Jump to):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#symptoms\">Common Signs You Need a New Battery<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#diagnosis-checklist\">Battery Problem Diagnosis Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#verify\">Verify the Problem (Before You Buy)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#compat-specs\">Compatibility &amp; Battery Specs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tools\">Tools, Parts &amp; Safety<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#steps-base-cover\">Step 1 \u2014 Remove the Base Cover<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#steps-battery\">Step 2 \u2014 Remove &amp; Replace the Battery<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#reassemble\">Reassembly, RTC Reset &amp; Battery Calibration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ &amp; Aftercare<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn-row sticky-cta\" aria-label=\"Buy the correct replacement\">\n  <a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/en\/battery-for-laptop\/68499-dell-69kf2-86wh-battery.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy the Correct 86&nbsp;WHr Battery (Dell 69KF2)<\/a><br \/>\n  <span class=\"spec-tag\">Model: Alienware m15 R4<\/span><br \/>\n  <span class=\"spec-tag\">Battery P\/N: 69KF2<\/span><br \/>\n  <span class=\"spec-tag\">Capacity: 86&nbsp;WHr (6-cell Li-ion)<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<p> <main class=\"post-wrap\"> <\/p>\n<section id=\"symptoms\">\n<h2>1) Common Signs Your Laptop Battery Needs Replacement<\/h2>\n<p class=\"muted\">These are the patterns we see most often. The more that apply, the more likely a swap is due.<\/p>\n<div class=\"grid cols-2\">\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Battery drains unusually fast under light use, or percentage drops in big chunks.<\/li>\n<li>Windows shows <em>\u201cConsider replacing your battery\u201d<\/em> or health status <em>\u201cPoor\u201d\/\u201cVery Poor.\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Laptop shuts off abruptly at 10\u201330% remaining without a low-battery warning.<\/li>\n<li>Battery will not charge past a certain percentage (e.g., stuck at 60\u201380%).<\/li>\n<li>Requires the AC adapter to power on; unplug = instant power-off.<\/li>\n<li>Charging LED blinks unusual patterns while the icon in Windows alternates between \u201cplugged in, not charging.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Battery is physically swollen: touchpad click feels stiff, bottom cover bows, or a gap appears at the seams.<\/li>\n<li>High cycle count with noticeably reduced runtime compared to when new.<\/li>\n<li>Battery report shows severe wear (design capacity \u226b full charge capacity).<\/li>\n<li>Battery overheats during charging or while idle; chassis feels hot near battery area.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Symptom<\/th>\n<th>What it often means<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Sudden shutdown at 20\u201330%<\/td>\n<td>One or more weak cells; voltage sag under load.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stuck at 60\u201380%<\/td>\n<td>Battery wear or charge threshold settings; try reset, then consider replacement.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Won\u2019t power on without AC<\/td>\n<td>Pack not recognized or severely degraded.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Swollen bottom cover<\/td>\n<td>Cell gas buildup\u2014stop using and replace immediately.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Very short runtime<\/td>\n<td>High wear level; capacity far below 86&nbsp;WHr design.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"diagnosis-checklist\" class=\"checklist\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n<h2>2) Battery Problem Diagnosis Checklist<\/h2>\n<p>Tick what you\u2019re experiencing. If <strong class=\"counter\">0<\/strong>\u20131 items are checked, try software fixes first. If <strong class=\"counter\">2<\/strong> or more are checked, <span class=\"flag warn\">Replace the battery recommended<\/span>.<\/p>\n<form id=\"battery-checklist\">\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> System powers off suddenly above 10% battery.<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Needs AC adapter to turn on or stay on.<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Windows reports poor battery health or \u201cconsider replacing.\u201d<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Battery won\u2019t charge past a fixed percentage.<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Noticeable swelling, gaps, or stiff touchpad click.<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Full charge capacity far below design in battery report.<\/label><br \/>\n    <label><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"bp\"> Battery\/keyboard area gets hot while idle or charging.<\/label><br \/>\n  <\/form>\n<p><strong>Checked:<\/strong> <span class=\"counter\">0<\/span> item(s). <span id=\"checklist-flag\" class=\"flag ok\">Status: Try software checks first.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"verify\">\n<h2>3) Verify Before You Buy (Quick, No-Cost Tests)<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Run a Windows Battery Report:<\/strong> Press <span class=\"kbd\">Win<\/span>+<span class=\"kbd\">X<\/span> \u2192 Windows Terminal (Admin), then run <span class=\"kbd\">powercfg \/batteryreport<\/span>. Open the generated HTML and compare <em>Full charge capacity<\/em> vs <em>Design capacity<\/em> (86&nbsp;WHr).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check BIOS Battery Health:<\/strong> Reboot \u2192 tap <span class=\"kbd\">F2<\/span> for BIOS. Look for <em>Battery Health<\/em> status. If poor or not detected, hardware is likely at fault.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inspect for Swelling:<\/strong> Place laptop on a flat surface; check bottom cover seams and touchpad click feel. If swelling is suspected, stop using and replace.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rule Out Software Limits:<\/strong> In Dell Power Manager (or BIOS), disable any battery charge limits, then test charging again.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"btn-row\">\n    <a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/en\/battery-for-laptop\/68499-dell-69kf2-86wh-battery.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ready to Replace? Get the 69KF2 86&nbsp;WHr<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"compat-specs\">\n<h2>4) Compatibility &amp; Battery Specifications<\/h2>\n<p>Confirmed fit for <strong>Alienware m15 R4<\/strong> (platform <strong>P87F \/ P87F003<\/strong>) using Dell part number <strong>69KF2<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"grid cols-2\">\n<figure>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/en\/battery-for-laptop\/68499-dell-69kf2-86wh-battery.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n        <img class=\"responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/2964-large_default\/dell-69kf2-86wh-battery.jpg\" alt=\"Dell 69KF2 86WHr replacement battery for Alienware m15 R4\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><br \/>\n      <\/a><figcaption>Dell 69KF2 86&nbsp;WHr, 6-cell \u201csmart\u201d lithium-ion.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<table aria-label=\"Battery specifications\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<th>Values<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery type<\/td>\n<td>86&nbsp;WHr, 6-cell \u201csmart\u201d lithium-ion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Voltage<\/td>\n<td>11.40&nbsp;VDC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Weight (max)<\/td>\n<td>0.34&nbsp;kg (0.75&nbsp;lb)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dimensions<\/td>\n<td>H 77.70&nbsp;mm \u00d7 W 295.20&nbsp;mm \u00d7 D 7.56&nbsp;mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Operating temp<\/td>\n<td>0\u00b0C to 60\u00b0C (32\u00b0F to 140\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Storage temp<\/td>\n<td>-20\u00b0C to 60\u00b0C (-4\u00b0F to 140\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Charging time (approx.)<\/td>\n<td>~3 hours when the computer is off<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Coin-cell battery<\/td>\n<td>Not supported<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tools\">\n<h2>5) Tools, Parts &amp; Safety<\/h2>\n<div class=\"grid cols-2\">\n<div>\n<h3>What you need<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Dell 69KF2 86&nbsp;WHr replacement battery<\/li>\n<li>T6 Torx and Phillips #0\/#00 screwdrivers<\/li>\n<li>Plastic pry tool (spudger\/scribe)<\/li>\n<li>ESD strap or frequent grounding touch<\/li>\n<li>Tweezers and low-tack tape for screw management<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>Safety &amp; prep<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Shut down Windows, unplug AC, and remove peripherals.<\/li>\n<li>Move any micro-SD card from the slot before opening.<\/li>\n<li>Work on a clean, non-conductive surface.<\/li>\n<li>Never puncture or bend the battery. If swollen, handle gently and recycle properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<details>\n<summary>Pro tip: screw management &amp; torque<\/summary>\n<p>    Keep a simple screw map. Reinstall until <em>snug<\/em>\u2014do not overtighten into aluminum or standoffs.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<div class=\"hr\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"screw-map\">\n<h3>Screw Map (for quick reassembly)<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Location<\/th>\n<th>Type \/ Size<\/th>\n<th>Qty<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Base cover (outer)<\/td>\n<td>M2.5 \u00d7 5<\/td>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>Fully removable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Base cover (captive)<\/td>\n<td>Captive screws<\/td>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Loosen only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery (front row)<\/td>\n<td>M2 \u00d7 4<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Remove<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Battery (rear row)<\/td>\n<td>M2 \u00d7 3<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Remove<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"steps-base-cover\">\n<h2>6) Step-by-Step: Remove the Base Cover<\/h2>\n<div class=\"callout\">Before opening the chassis, confirm there is no micro-SD card inserted.<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid cols-2\">\n<figure>\n      <img class=\"responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/m15-r4-cover1.png\" alt=\"Alienware m15 R4 base cover screw locations\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Base cover overview and screws.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure>\n      <img class=\"responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/m15-r4-cover2.png\" alt=\"Prying the Alienware m15 R4 base cover with a plastic scribe\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Pry gently with a plastic scribe.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure>\n    <img class=\"responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/m15-r4-cover3.png\" alt=\"Disconnect AC power before servicing Alienware m15 R4\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Always disconnect the power adapter before service.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ol>\n<li>Remove the two <strong>M2.5\u00d75<\/strong> screws securing the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.<\/li>\n<li>Loosen the six captive screws.<\/li>\n<li>With a <strong>plastic<\/strong> scribe, pry from the bottom-left corner and work along the sides to release clips.<\/li>\n<li>Lift and slide the base cover off.<\/li>\n<li>Disconnect the <strong>battery cable<\/strong> from the system board.<\/li>\n<li>Gently peel the tape securing the battery cable to the battery.<\/li>\n<li>Press and hold the power button for <strong>5 seconds<\/strong> to drain flea power.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"steps-battery\">\n<h2>7) Step-by-Step: Remove &amp; Replace the Battery<\/h2>\n<div class=\"callout warning\">\n    This model does <strong>not<\/strong> include a separate RTC coin-cell. After reconnecting or fully discharging the main battery, the system may perform an <strong>RTC Reset<\/strong> (power cycles three times) and show an \u201cInvalid Configuration\u201d prompt to set date\/time in BIOS. This is normal\u2014see <a href=\"#reassemble\">Reassembly<\/a>.\n  <\/div>\n<figure>\n    <img class=\"responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/m15-r4-battery1.png\" alt=\"Alienware m15 R4 86WHr battery screw locations\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Battery mounting points and cable.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ol>\n<li>Confirm the battery cable is <strong>disconnected<\/strong> from the system board.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the four <strong>M2\u00d74<\/strong> screws securing the battery.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the four <strong>M2\u00d73<\/strong> screws securing the battery.<\/li>\n<li>Lift the battery straight up and out of the palm-rest assembly\u2014do not flex the pack.<\/li>\n<li>Place the new <strong>69KF2 86&nbsp;WHr<\/strong> battery in position.<\/li>\n<li>Install the four <strong>M2\u00d73<\/strong> screws, then the four <strong>M2\u00d74<\/strong> screws. Tighten until snug.<\/li>\n<li>Route and connect the battery cable to the system board; secure the cable tape.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"btn-row\">\n    <a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/adapterfamily.co.uk\/en\/battery-for-laptop\/68499-dell-69kf2-86wh-battery.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Purchase: Dell 69KF2 86&nbsp;WHr Battery<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"reassemble\">\n<h2>8) Reassembly, RTC Reset &amp; Battery Calibration<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Align the base cover and press around the edges to engage all clips.<\/li>\n<li>Tighten the six captive screws, then install the two <strong>M2.5\u00d75<\/strong> screws.<\/li>\n<li>Reconnect the AC adapter and power on. The system may turn on and off up to <strong>three times<\/strong> for RTC reset.<\/li>\n<li>If you see <em>Invalid Configuration<\/em>, press the on-screen prompt to enter BIOS, set the correct <strong>date &amp; time<\/strong>, then <em>Save &amp; Exit<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>In Windows, confirm the battery is detected and charging.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<details>\n<summary>Calibrate for best battery readings<\/summary>\n<p>    Charge to 100%, keep charging for 30 minutes, then use on battery down to ~10\u201315% without heavy gaming. Recharge to 100%. This helps the controller report capacity more accurately.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Recycle your old battery<\/summary>\n<p>    Do not trash lithium-ion packs. Use local e-waste or retail battery recycling drop-offs.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<div class=\"callout success\">You\u2019re done. Enjoy restored runtime and stable charging on your Alienware m15 R4.<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"faq\">\n<h2>9) FAQ &amp; Quick Answers<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>Will this 86&nbsp;WHr battery fit my exact laptop?<\/summary>\n<p>    Yes, for Alienware m15 R4 platforms P87F \/ P87F003 using Dell 69KF2.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>My battery is swollen. Can I still use the laptop?<\/summary>\n<p>    No. Power down, disconnect AC, and replace the battery as soon as possible.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Windows says \u201cPlugged in, not charging.\u201d Is my battery bad?<\/summary>\n<p>    Sometimes it\u2019s a charge limit setting. Disable limits in Dell Power Manager and retest. If unchanged and health reads poor, replace the battery.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How long does the first full charge take?<\/summary>\n<p>    Approximately 3 hours with the laptop powered off.<br \/>\n  <\/details>\n<\/section>\n<footer class=\"post-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hr\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"muted\">Keywords: Alienware m15 R4 battery replacement, Dell 69KF2, 86 WHr battery, P87F P87F003, laptop shuts off, battery not charging, battery swollen, how to replace Alienware battery.<\/p>\n<\/footer>\n<p><\/main> <script> (function(){ var form = document.getElementById('battery-checklist'); var counters = document.querySelectorAll('.counter'); var flag = document.getElementById('checklist-flag'); function updateCount(){ var checked = form.querySelectorAll('input[type=\"checkbox\"]:checked').length; counters.forEach(function(el){ el.textContent = checked; }); if(checked >= 2){ flag.textContent = 'Status: Replace the battery recommended'; flag.className = 'flag warn'; }else{ flag.textContent = 'Status: Try software checks first.'; flag.className = 'flag ok'; } } form.addEventListener('change', updateCount); updateCount(); })(); <\/script> <\/article>\n<p> <!-- End of post content --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alienware m15 R4 (P87F \/ P87F003) \u2014 Battery Replacement Guide &amp; Buyer\u2019s Checklist Your gaming laptop should run hard on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15554","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - 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