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dellbattery82 replied on October 29, 2009 08:15 to the idea "Dell Inspiron 6000 battery review" in Dell:
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dellbattery82 replied on October 08, 2009 01:13 to the idea "10 top ways to extend your laptop battery's life" in HP:
dellbattery82 shared an idea in HP on October 07, 2009 03:23:
10 top ways to extend your laptop battery's lifeLaptops tend to lose their charm quickly when you’re constantly looking for the nearest power outlet to charge up.Hp laptop battery How do you keep your battery going for as long as possible? Here are 10 easy ways to do so.
1.Dim your screen - Most laptops come with the ability to dim your laptop screen. Some even come with ways to modify CPU and cooling performance. Cut them down to the lowest level you can tolerate to squeeze out some extra battery juice.
2.Cut down external devices - USB devices (including your mouse) & WiFi drain down your laptop battery. Remove or shut them down when not in use. HP PF723A Battery, HP 367759-001 Battery, HP PM579A Battery, HP Pavilion DV4000 Battery It goes without saying that charging other devices (like your iPod) with your laptop when on battery is a surefire way of quickly wiping out the charge on your laptop battery.
3.Run off a hard drive rather than CD/DVD - As power consuming as hard drives are, CD and DVD drives are worse. Even having one in the drive can be power consuming. They spin, taking power, even when they?re not actively being used. HP PF723A Battery, Wherever possible, try to run on virtual drives using programs like Alcohol 120% rather than optical ones.
4.Keep the battery contacts clean: Clean your battery’s metal contacts every couple of months with a cloth moistened with rubbing alcohol. This keeps the transfer of power from your battery more efficient.
5.Take care of your battery - Exercise the Battery. Do not leave a charged battery dormant for long periods of time. Once charged, you should at least use the battery at least once every two to three weeks. Also, do not let a Li-On battery completely discharge. (Discharing is only for older batteries with memory effects).HP 367759-001 Battery, refer to some extra tips by disocunt-battery.org.
6.Set up and optimize your power options - Go to ‘Power Options’ in your windows control panel and set it up so that power usage is optimized (Select the ‘max battery’ for maximum effect).
7.Don’t multitask - Do one thing at a time when you’re on battery. Rather than working on a spreadsheet, letting your email client run in the background and listening to your latest set of MP3’s, set your mind to one thing only. If you don’t you’ll only drain out your batteries before anything gets completed!
8.Get yourself a more efficient laptop - Laptops are getting more and more efficient in nature to the point where some manufacturers are talking about all day long batteries. Picking up a newer more efficient HP PF723A Battery, HP 367759-001 Battery, HP PM579A Battery, HP Pavilion DV4000 Battery laptop to replace an aging one is usually a quick fix.
9.Hibernate not standby - Although placing a laptop in standby mode saves some power and you can instantly resume where you left off, it doesn’t save anywhere as much power as the hibernate function does. Hibernating a PC will actually save your PC’s state as it is,HP PM579A Battery, and completely shut itself down.
10.Prevent the Memory Effect - If you’re using a very old laptop, you’ll want to prevent the ‘memory effect’ - Keep the battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries (which most laptops have) which do not suffer from the memory effect.
The article comes from friedbeef. What are your experiences with laptop batteries? Share them with us in the comments!
Longevity of high-power lithium-ion
Generally speaking, batteries live longer if treated in a gentle manner. High charge voltages, excessive charge rate and extreme load conditions will have a negative effect and shorten the battery life. This also applies to high current rate lithium-ion batteries.
Not only is it better to charge lithium-ion battery at a slower charge rate, high discharge rates also contribute the extra wear and tear. Figure 3 shows the cycle life as a function of charge and discharge rates. Observe the good laboratory performance if the battery is charged and discharged at 1C. HP Pavilion DV4000 Battery (A 0.5C charge and discharge would further improve this rating.)
Figure 3: Longevity of lithium-ion as a function of charge and discharge rates.
A moderate charge and discharge puts less stress on the battery, resulting in a longer cycle life.
Battery experts agree that the life of lithium-ion depends on other factors than charge and discharge rates. Even though incremental improvements can be achieved with careful use of the battery,HP PF723A Battery, HP 367759-001 Battery, HP PM579A Battery, HP Pavilion DV4000 Battery our environment and the services required are not always conducive to achieve optimal battery life. The longevity of a battery is often a direct result of the environmental stresses applied.
dellbattery82 asked a question in Toshiba on September 14, 2009 07:53:
Toshiba Laptop Battery TipsLaptop Battery Care
On average, laptop batteries should last for about two yearsToshiba Laptop Battery
or 200-500 recharges. However, depending on the type of battery you have, a poorly conditioned battery can begin to lose effectiveness even within the first month of use. Laptop batteries are very expensive ($100-$300 each) so please take steps to make yours last as long as possible.
Types of laptop batteries
There are three main types of laptop batteries: Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), and Lithium Ion (Li-ion).
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
This type of battery must Toshiba PA2487U Battery be fully discharged and then fully recharged every few weeks. If you do not do this, it will quickly lose battery life due to what is called memory effect. This means that if you do not discharge your Ni-Cd battery completely, it will only charge up to the percentage of last charge. So if you only discharge it down to 25%, it will begin to only be able to charge up to 75%. It will only be able to charge at 100% if you discharge it all the way (100%).
Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
Ni-MH batteries are similar to Ni-Cd batteries although they are not as prone to the “memory effect” and have more capacity to charge (so they will allow your laptop to run longer).
Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
Li-ion batteries do not have problems with memory effect, Toshiba PA3107U-1BRS Battery but Li-ion batteries will lose effectiveness if they are overcharged or left in full charge without use. For example, if you rarely use the battery and keep the laptop plugged in, the battery will lose effectiveness. There can also be problems if the battery is fully charged and then not used, then charged again.
What should you do to keep your battery healthy?
1) Battery packs should be charged for 12 hours when you first get them. Laptop batteries are completely discharged at the time of purchase, and need a full charge before their first use.
2) For daily use, charge the battery to full, then run it on battery power only until it is completely out if using Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries (to prevent the “memory effect”) or mostly out for Li-ion (to prevent overcharging).
3) Do not leave your battery inactive for extended Toshiba PA3383U-1BRS Battery periods of time. Even if you use AC power most of the time, use the battery periodically to keep it in good condition. Unplug your AC adapter when the computer is not in use to prevent overcharging.
Battery Storage
If you do not use your laptop for extended periods of time (a week or more), remove the battery pack from the laptop. Store batteries in a cool, dry place away from heat and metal objects. Batteries left idle for extended periods of time will self-discharge. Remember that they will need to be charged again before using them.
Do not expose the battery Toshiba PA3384U-1BRS Battery, to high heat. Permanent damage will result if the battery is stored in temperatures above 110º F. Do not leave your battery in your car in the summer.
Disposal
Most batteries can be recycled. Don’t just throw them away—they contain a lot of toxic substances. The University of Michigan has an active battery recycling program. Batteries can be recycled in Desktop Support Services (2026 Shapiro) or in Distribution and Supply (17 Hatcher North).
In addition, if you live in Washtenaw County, you can recycle batteries at the Drop-off Station in Ann Arbor (2950 Ellsworth Road).
dellbattery82 replied on September 14, 2009 07:51 to the question "Where to buy an online latitude d510 battery in london?" in Dell:
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dellbattery82 shared an idea in Dell on September 13, 2009 15:50:
Dell Inspiron 6000 battery reviewReplacement Dell Inspiron 6000 battery|New High Quality Dell Inspiron 6000 battery
Dell Inspiron 6000 battery Description:
Type: Li-ion
Capacity: 4400 mAh
Volt: 11.1 V
Size: 209.40 x 71.80 x 19.80 mm
Color: Black
Dell Inspiron 6000 battery Compatible original Battery Code:
310-6321310-6322312-0339312-0340312-0348312-0349312-0350312-0429312-0455C5974D5318F5635G5260G5266U4873Y4873YF976
Dell 6000 battery Fit with below:
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Sony VGP-BPS8 battery Description:
Type: Li-ion
Capacity: 4800 mAh
Volt: 11.1 V
Size: 0
Color: Silver
Sony VGP-BPS8 battery Compatible original Battery Code:
VGP-BPS8
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