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    Battery much improved R705

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by illini71, Mar 3, 2011.

  1. illini71

    illini71 Notebook Consultant

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    I did a clean install of windows 7. I dont know what happen, but getting rid of toshiba's install of windows 7. My battery has dramatically improved. Has anyone noticed this?
     
    illini71, Mar 3, 2011
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    gdansk Notebook Deity

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    This is true with most notebooks, the amount of bloat-ware and other unnecessary software seriously impedes proper battery life and in some cases performance. Although, be sure to install all the correct and up-to-date drivers :)
     
    gdansk, Mar 3, 2011
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