Get The Most Information For Your Laptop Lithium Battery
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I get a lot of questions about laptop batteries around the first of the new year. ASUS N50VN battery One of the biggest reasons is that many people get a laptop for a gift (or give themselves the laptop).I do computer repair and deal with laptops issues often Having been a laptop owner myself for more years than I care to remember,I also face the laptop battery problems any user might.Laptop batteries have come a long way since the first ones in the 90s.The latest type,lithium-ion or lithium battery,are a huge improvement in both power and endurance. ASUS U56E battery

But any laptop battery is subject to two very basic factors in determining the life cycle.The number of "charge cycles" (how many times the battery can be charged to 100% and depleted) and exposure to heat.The cycles eat into the ability of the battery to hold a charge and the heat causes the chemicals to lose their ability to recharge.The shelf life of any laptop battery is limited too.So if you are shopping for a replacement battery always check the date of manufacturer.If older than two years I would pass.Batteries do deteriorate over time just setting on the shelf regardless of use.It's a chemical thing and the ability to hold a full charge. Toshiba PA3921U-1BRS
When you do remove your battery you should store it in a cool and dry area.Some people go as far as to stick it in the refrigerator but that may not always be possible or convenient. DELL Alienware M14x battery I generally just put it in my laptop carrier so I don't forget it when I get ready to travel.I usually store it fully charged so it will have its maximum life when I use it.Some manufacturers recommend that if you are going to store it for a long time to do it at half charge.
The thing to realize about any battery is it does have a measurable lifespan and efforts to extend it will help but not stop the eventual demise. Sony VGP-BPS2C So the number one thing that you can do to extend the life of any of the newer lithium primary battery is always take it out if you are running on DC power to lessen the heat impact.Whenever buying any replacement battery,always check the manufacture date and try to find the newest one available.
There is also a lot of misinformation about batteries in general based on the older models and technology. Dell Vostro 1500 battery You do not need to totally drain the new lithium models.Its fine to use it until you get a warning of low power but don't purposely try to push it to empty since there is no reason to do so now. HP WD547AA And if you do push it to absolute no power you might also experience some lose of data,a very good reason not to go that route.Another common question is do I take out my battery while running on DC power?The answer is yes,this is due to the heat problem mentioned above.The amount of heat and duration can impact your battery's life so it's a good idea to remove it when plugged in to help limit the amount of heat exposed to when possible.
A majority of laptop users only use their laptops away from power in frequently so this could really be a big factor in making your battery last a long time.Asus X53E battery So what is a normal life expectancy of the newer batteries?You should check your manufacturer's specifications but the average is 300-500 cycles.So that number can mean different time periods for different users since it's very dependent of how often you use just battery power for operation. HP TouchSmart tm2-1000 battery From what I've seen from personal and customers use is to figure about 24-28 months is the average.Longer when you use it less away from DC power and if you remember to always remove when using DC power.

Extending the Life of Your Laptop Battery

Most modern laptops use a lithium ion battery. These batteries have a typical shelf life of two to three years with estimates of a 20% loss in capacity every year. Acer Aspire One 532h-2Db battery These numbers aren't very encouraging for a laptop owner, however there are several methods for extending a laptop's battery life that most of us are unaware of.

I was somewhat sceptical when researching the topic, expecting that extending the life cycle of a laptop battery would be a hassle (and indeed some of the suggestions feel that way at first), however there are some interesting findings and simple tips that one can follow to do just that. Asus A40J battery

Here is an interesting article about prolonging battery life. It uses somewhat technical jargon so I'll go ahead and interpret the findings into more common terms. HP HSTNN-LB2R

You should be using your battery regularly. If you're using your laptop on AC power, most sources recommend unplugging the battery and storing it in a cool place, such as your fridge (but not your freezer, cold is good but freezing is bad).

Several sources also recommend never keeping it fully charged if you're using your AC adapter. HP HSTNN-LB1Z The downside of a fully charged battery seems to be a higher temperature, and thus a quicker degradation. Expect a brief guide on how to ensure your adapter keeps your battery life at the % you want it at soon!

Once again however, it should be repeated; use your battery. HP HSTNN-DB0Q Several sources agree that you should use your battery until it's at 10-20% juice left then recharge it at least once every two or three weeks. Fully using the battery isn't recommended for Lithium Ion batteries; however some sources recommend emptying it out after a certain amount of partial charges (20-30 or more in some cases) and then fully re-charging it. HP HSTNN-XB1X Users such as myself, who use the laptop much like a desktop, always plugged into the AC adapter, seldom if ever actually use their batteries, which may explain why my old laptop's battery died after exactly two years.

These seem to be the most important methods in extending the life of your battery, however there exist some minor tricks you can use as well. HP HSTNN-XB1Y

Changing your power settings; you can adjust the profile you wish to use to maximize battery life for the sake of performance. Simply right click your battery icon and select properties then select one of the profiles available.

Lower your screen's brightness; pretty straightforward, less brightness means less energy being consumed. HP 582215-241 battery

Turn off virtual memory; virtual memory means your computer uses parts of your hard disk as temporary ram. HP TouchSmart tm2-1000 battery Communicating to your disk is energy intensive.

Be economical; this is pretty straightforward, if you're running your laptop on its battery, try to run fewer things, try to use less peripheral devices, be as conservative with what you use as possible.

HP HSTNN-DB0Q Considering many people don't get extended warranties and that replacement batteries can sometimes set you back 200$, these are tips we would all benefit from trying.

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