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    T61p Batteries..

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by JTM0320, Aug 6, 2008.

  1. JTM0320

    JTM0320 Notebook Consultant

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    Does the 6cell stick out the back? I am guessing the 9cell does..
    Anyone know the battery life of the 2.. Maybe hook my up with a link to the info... idk where to find it.. thanks..
     
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    chun9430 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hello,

    The 6-cell does stick out of the back on the T61P. Yes, the 9-cell does too. You get about 4-5 hours with wi-fi on with the 9-cell and about 3 hours with the 6-cell.

    If battery life is a real concern, try looking at the T400 :D
     
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    well i was looking into the w500 bc i need a work station.. for cad.. so i mean idk..which one to get rele posted it in the what laptop should i get.. and not to many ppl are helping me out..

    does the 6 and 9 cell batteries stick out of the w500?
     
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    Actually the 6 cell does not stick out of the back of the 15.4" T61p. The 9 cell does. So it actually depends what size of T61p you have.

    I have the 9 cell on my 15.4" T61p. I got about 3.5 hours of battery life originally. Now I am down to about 3 hours after 1 year of use.

    I personally don't think the W500 would be worth the extra $800 or so that you would have to pay. The T61p should still be good for your needs. Just make sure you get the FX570 256MB graphics card for CAD.

    There should be a review on the W500 coming up soon. Just need to wait a few more days.
    Tim
     
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    Sorry, I guess I should have been more clear. I was talking about the 14.1" model
     
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    Thank you for your time.. i guess in the long run i might as well get the t61p. its just a shame theres no more coupons..
     
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    Here is a 15% coupon. USXSAVE15NOW

    Tim
     
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    the 15% off coupon doesnt work..
     
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    Are you configuring your price to be at least $1,500?
     
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    yeah its over 1500
     
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    That's strange...it should work since I got it today...hmmm...
    Tim
     
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    it may not work because its a t61p
     
    JTM0320, Aug 7, 2008
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