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    sony vaio Z1 batteries from ebay

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by BHD, Nov 29, 2007.

  1. BHD

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    has anyone ordered OEM compatible batteries from ebay? i'm wondering if they are safe to use... since they aren't made or sold by sony... thanks.
     
    BHD, Nov 29, 2007
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  2. Greg

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    I'd say avoid, mostly because they're made by a 3rd company that does not necessarily know the power requirements of the laptops nor do they probably test batteries as well.

    Might want to read the Battery Guide for a little info.
     
    Greg, Nov 29, 2007
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    its best NOT to use generic battery on you laptop. the reason they are cheaper because they do not use Japanese cells. unstable power source could decrease component life dramatically.
     
    psun786, Nov 29, 2007
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    that's a shame cuz they dont seem to produce any genuine batteries for the Z1 anymore.
     
    BHD, Nov 29, 2007
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