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    Unplug battery if running off mains?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by sequence123, Oct 1, 2007.

  1. sequence123

    sequence123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,

    I run my laptop off the mains when I'm using it, is it better to unplug the battery for the time being because I never use it?

    Will the battery have a longer lifespan if I remove it when running off the mains?
     
    sequence123, Oct 1, 2007
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  2. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    Khris, Oct 1, 2007
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