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    12 cell battery on 6000z

    Discussion in 'HP' started by denmick, Jan 20, 2007.

  1. denmick

    denmick Notebook Consultant

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    Dv 6000z notebook is 4 months old and use to get 5 hours on battery now only get 2 and a half hours. Anybody else have issues with 12 cell battery
     
    denmick, Jan 20, 2007
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  2. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    Have you changed any of the power settings. Normally, to save as muh battery life as possible, the computer should be on "Max Battery" or "Portable/Laptop". That way, the processer will automatically adjust its clockspeed to fit the load that is placed on it. Also, if you are running alot of programs and doing a lot of work on the notebook, then that will result in low battery run time.
     
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    KrispyKreme50 Notebook Evangelist

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    The brightness level on your LCD also makes a huge difference in battery time. Try calibrating your battery by draining it all the way and then letting it charge to 100% capacity as per HP's recommendations.
     
    KrispyKreme50, Jan 20, 2007
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    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    miner, Jan 20, 2007
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