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    Battery charge

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by robby21, Sep 10, 2007.

  1. robby21

    robby21 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    when I use my computer if the battery become empty, what is better:

    to shut off the computer then charge the battery or to simply plug the ac while

    in use ?

    thanks all :)
     
    robby21, Sep 10, 2007
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  2. powerpack

    powerpack Notebook Prophet

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    I don't think it matters other than maybe charge faster but have doubts. But have to ask why is your battery running to empty when from your question there is a power source available?
     
    powerpack, Sep 10, 2007
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  3. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    It doesn't really matter which you choose. However, Lithium Ion batteries are don't particularly like fast charges, so if there was any reason to pick one over the other, then it would be for that. However, the its a very small reason, and you won't do any harm to the battery by choosing the first option.
     
    Zero, Sep 10, 2007
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    allan_huang Notebook Deity

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    I'd say do whatever, if you need to charge the battery and use the computer, use it. doesnt really matter
     
    allan_huang, Sep 10, 2007
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    As mentioned you can do either. It will charge faster if you're not using the notebook at the time, of course.
     
    chrisyano, Sep 11, 2007
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    robby21 Notebook Enthusiast

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    thanks all :)
     
    robby21, Sep 11, 2007
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