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It sounds like the M5 Tough’s battery issues were likely caused by a polarity or connector mismatch—there’s no strict standard for that battery plug, so reversing positive and negative can easily overheat or damage the board. Before powering up again, double-check the connector pinout with a multimeter, ensure your LiPo has proper protection circuitry and matches the expected 3.7–4.2 V range, and avoid using USB and battery power simultaneously until you confirm how the board switches between them. A proper match should let the Tough run smoothly on battery without overheating or shutting down.