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    9 cell battery

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by flcutters11, Sep 4, 2010.

  1. flcutters11

    flcutters11 Newbie

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    would dell send me one if i complained that my laptop is throttling and it would help my performance?
     
    flcutters11, Sep 4, 2010
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    Sydero Notebook Consultant

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    No, because throttling is expected when running on battery power.
     
    Sydero, Sep 4, 2010
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    seeker_moc Notebook Virtuoso

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    I think he means that the 9-cell raises the rear of the laptop, acting like a laptop stand, improving airflow and lowering temps, and therefore reducing throttling. That's the reason that 1645s come with 9-cell standard instead of 6-cell.

    Flcutters,

    The only way to find out is to call Dell and ask. They may be willing to swap your 6-cell for a 9-cell. The worst they can say is no.
     
    seeker_moc, Sep 4, 2010
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