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    Can I take Battery out when on AC ?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by saad88, Jun 12, 2008.

  1. saad88

    saad88 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,

    I am wondering if I can take the battery out when the laptop is on AC power ( Laptop is on) ? Is it wrong or risky ?
     
    saad88, Jun 12, 2008
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    dorado29 Notebook Guru

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    my laptop has no batteries in it at the moment. just make sure you take them out when its turned off, then put it on AC and turn it on.

    im pretty sure it makes your batteries last longer not sure tho
     
    dorado29, Jun 12, 2008
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  3. powerpack

    powerpack Notebook Prophet

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    I think it is not an issue removing when plugged in. On this I have no special knowledge but have done without issue.
     
    powerpack, Jun 12, 2008
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    jin07 Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    It's safer to turn off your laptop, unplug the AC, and then remove the battery. You risk getting shocked when you remove the battery with the laptop on or plugged in. The risk might not be high, but I think it's better to be on the safe side.
     
    jin07, Jun 12, 2008
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    ratdog Notebook Enthusiast

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    Been doing it few times a week for the last few months. My batteries are not the best since they're 18 months old. But have not had any issues with the laptop.

    Just make sure the power connection does not pop loose when you flip the laptop over otherwise you'll be very surprised by the blank screen after you pull the battery & flip the laptop right side up.
     
    ratdog, Jun 12, 2008
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    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    Batterys are hotplugs. they can be taken in and out even when powered on. Ive been doing it for a long time..

    but to be cautious, try and do it when the notebook is powered off
     
    flipfire, Jun 12, 2008
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  7. saad88

    saad88 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for all the advices. I appreciate this for you guys. :)
     
    saad88, Jun 12, 2008
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