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    Lifespan of the DELL Inspiron 8600

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by MORODER, Sep 4, 2004.

  1. MORODER

    MORODER Newbie

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    Hello,
    Can someone help me? My main battery is in "IDLE" position, is not charging anymore. From the DELL website I found that the maximum number of cycles charging-discharging is 300. Can someone tell if he encounterd something similar or I must suppose there is an internal failure inside of battery?
    Thanks.
     
    MORODER, Sep 4, 2004
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  2. srdhkl

    srdhkl Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    Your battery should last about 2 years. If your battery is less than 1 year old, you can call Dell and it should be covered under warranty.
     
    srdhkl, Sep 4, 2004
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