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    Inspiron 8200 battery problem

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by lokster, Feb 14, 2006.

  1. lokster

    lokster Notebook Deity

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    :eek:verheat: hello there i hope anyone can help. i have an inspiron 8200 and whenever i plug the cable to charge i have 2 unplug it after a full charge, if i leave it plugged the battery overheats the motherboard and the system shuts down, is this a battery problem or a cooling problem? :eek:verheat:
     
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    Is this only happening when the battery is done charging?

    P-4's are known for overheating, so I'm guessing that is where your problem is. You might look into getting a cooling pad.
     
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    yes after its done charging i have to unplug it soon. i cant leave it for hours on end...thanks for the advice ill look for a cooling pad.
     
    lokster, Feb 15, 2006
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