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    Battery Life

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by compsavy, Jul 17, 2006.

  1. compsavy

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    Is it safe to use the notebook without a battery and just use an ac adapter?
     
    compsavy, Jul 17, 2006
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    as long as there's no storm around..cuz without battery when you lose power its just like a desktop..shuts off as soon as it loses power
     
    jterp7, Jul 17, 2006
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    so there is no risk of ruining the system correct. Should I use it on a desk?
     
    compsavy, Jul 17, 2006
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    I have no idea how Dells work, but my Compaq (and other brands as well)wouldn't work without the battery in the bay -- even when plugged into A/C. Never tried that with my Dell, though.

    If it did work, it wouldn't cause any undue harm to your PC.
     
    JeffreyDJ, Jul 17, 2006
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    El-Prodigy Notebook Consultant

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    Its okay that way cause I've always do it that way ;)
    but the most efficient way is to plug in a 100% charged battery so your laptop would not charge it and if there's a power failure you'll be safe ;)
     
    El-Prodigy, Jul 17, 2006
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