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    Best way to preserve battery life

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Kain, May 5, 2008.

  1. Kain

    Kain Notebook Evangelist

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    I just got my 8510p few days ago and use it mainly on the desk 99% of the time and want to know if I should remove the battery while using it on AC. Should I discharge the battery and then remove it or is it ok to remove it and store it when it is full charged?
     
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  2. boypogi

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    its ok for the battery to be plug in while using ac :D
     
    boypogi, May 5, 2008
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  3. Kain

    Kain Notebook Evangelist

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    I thought that kills the battery. :confused:
     
    Kain, May 5, 2008
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  4. Duct Tape Dude

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    I believe with li-on batteries it's best to discharge it to 40% and store it in a cool dry place. There's a battery care guide somewhere here... But yes, keeping your laptop plugged in at 100% burns through charge cycles slowly.
     
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  5. Ackeron

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    This is correct. I never leave my battery in while on A/C. I always remove it and keep the charge between 40-50%. I also run it through once a month, although not everyone says a monthly charge/discharge is essential for good battery health.
     
    Ackeron, May 5, 2008
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