Your new laptop battery comes in a discharged condition and must be charged before use (refer to your computer manual for charging instructions). Upon initial use (or after a prolonged storage period) the battery may require two to three charge/discharge cycles before achieving maximum capacity.
When charging the laptop battery for the first time your computer may indicate that charging is complete after just 10 or 15 minutes. This is a normal phenomenon with rechargeable batteries. Simply remove the battery from the computer and repeat the charging procedure.
It is important to condition (fully discharge and then fully charge) the laptop battery every two to three weeks. Failure to do so may significantly shorten the battery's life (this does not apply to Li-ion batteries, which do not require conditioning). To discharge, simply run your device under the battery's power until it shuts down or until you get a low battery warning. Then recharge the battery as instructed in your user's manual.
If the laptop battery will not be in use for a month or longer, it is recommended that it be removed from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean place.
It is normal for a laptop battery to become warm during charging and discharging.
A charged laptop battery will eventually lose its charge if unused. It may therefore be necessary to recharge the battery after a storage period.
The milliamp-hour (mAH) rating of the laptop battery dot org batteries will often be higher than the one on your original battery. A higher mAH rating is indicative of a longer lasting (higher capacity) battery and will not cause any incompatibilities. An laptop battery dot org battery will, in most cases, outperform the original by 30% to 50%.
Actual battery run-time depends upon the power demands made by the equipment. In the case of notebook computers, the use of the monitor, the hard drive and other peripherals results in an additional drain upon the battery, effectively reducing the battery's run-time. The total run-time of the battery is also heavily dependent upon the design of the equipment. To ensure maximum performance of the battery, optimize your computer's power management features. Refer to your computer manual for further instructions.
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Monday, 4 August 2008
Tuesday, 29 July 2008
Laptop Battery
1. When use laptop battery, pls recharge after battery exhaust. Charging the battery up full one time. Don't charge or discharge it halfway. Do make the battery is in best case.
2. Take out battery from the laptop, if the computer won't be used for a long time (over two weeks).
3. Make sure battery is far away some easy electroconductive material(as water or metal product), which avoid the laptop battery short circuit and unavailable.
4. Make sure don't place the laptop battery alone over six months without charging.
2. Take out battery from the laptop, if the computer won't be used for a long time (over two weeks).
3. Make sure battery is far away some easy electroconductive material(as water or metal product), which avoid the laptop battery short circuit and unavailable.
4. Make sure don't place the laptop battery alone over six months without charging.
How can I maximize the performance of my battery?
There are several steps you can take to help you get maximum performance from your battery:
1. Prevent the Memory Effect - Keep the battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries which do not suffer from the memory effect.
2. Keep the Batteries Clean - It's a good idea to clean dirty battery contacts with a cotton swab and alcohol. This helps maintain a good connection between the battery and the portable device.
3. Exercise the Battery - Do not leave the battery dormant for long periods of time. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break in procedure described above. 4. Battery Storage - If you don't plan on using the battery for a month or more, store it in a clean, dry, cool place away from heat and metal objects. NiCad, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries will self-discharge during storage; remember to recharge the batteries before use.
1. Prevent the Memory Effect - Keep the battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries which do not suffer from the memory effect.
2. Keep the Batteries Clean - It's a good idea to clean dirty battery contacts with a cotton swab and alcohol. This helps maintain a good connection between the battery and the portable device.
3. Exercise the Battery - Do not leave the battery dormant for long periods of time. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break in procedure described above. 4. Battery Storage - If you don't plan on using the battery for a month or more, store it in a clean, dry, cool place away from heat and metal objects. NiCad, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries will self-discharge during storage; remember to recharge the batteries before use.
The Do's and Don'ts of Battery Use
Battery Do's:· Fully charge/discharge battery up to 4 cycles before achieving full capacity of a new battery. · Fully discharge and then fully charge the battery every two to three weeks for battery conditions.· Run the device under the battery's power until it shuts down or until you get a low battery warning. Then recharge the battery as instructed in the user's manual.· Remove from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean place if the battery will not be in use for a month or longer. Recharge the battery after a storage period.· Ensure maximum performance of the battery by optimizing the device's power management features. Refer to the manual for further instructions.
Battery Don'ts:· Do not short-circuit. A short-circuit may cause severe damage to the battery. · Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the battery as this may result in the exposure of the cell contents, which are corrosive.· Do not expose the battery to moisture or rain. · Keep battery away from fire or other sources of extreme heat. Do not incinerate. Exposure of battery to extreme heat may result in an explosion.
Battery Don'ts:· Do not short-circuit. A short-circuit may cause severe damage to the battery. · Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the battery as this may result in the exposure of the cell contents, which are corrosive.· Do not expose the battery to moisture or rain. · Keep battery away from fire or other sources of extreme heat. Do not incinerate. Exposure of battery to extreme heat may result in an explosion.
Should I Recycle the old battery?
Yes. Do not throw these batteries in the trash. For recycling nearest you, please call 1-800-822-8837 or visit www.rbrc.org. Please be kind to the environment and Recycle.
5 Step: Laptop Upgrades You Can Do Yourself
Your notebook may be old, but that doesn't mean its days are numbered. We'll show you how to breathe new life into your portable by opening the hood and upgrading some basic components.
Want better performance from your laptop? The conventional wisdom has long held that you should simply buy a new one. You can put such conventional wisdom aside: Upgrading a laptop may not be for the timid or the impatient, but if you're handy with a screwdriver, and the sight of a circuit board doesn't scare you, an upgrade can be a far more affordable solution.
We took tools to hand and worked our way through eight common (and not so common) laptop upgrades, in some instances stripping our test machines--a Dell Inspiron E1505 and a Dell Inspiron 6000--down to the bare chassis. We can't fit complete step-by-step, unscrew-this-and-unplug-that instructions for everything into this article, but we can provide tips to help with each process.
And note that every laptop varies: Even machines from the same vendor can have very different designs and therefore wildly different disassembly methods.
Before you start, keep these essential points in mind:
* Many of these upgrades will void your laptop's warranty.* Some upgrades can damage your laptop. If you are at all uncomfortable with such tinkering, leave it to a pro.
* Most vendors provide disassembly instructions in their products' service manuals, which can usually be found on their Web sites' support sections.
* Unplug your laptop and remove the battery before attempting any upgrade. Also, to avoid damage from static electricity, use a grounded wrist strap.
* You'll need a collection of small screwdrivers, including flathead, Phillips, and possibly even Torx.
* Speaking of screws, keep them organized as you remove them. We like to use Dixie cups for each step. Just write "LCD assembly" or "keyboard" or whatever on each cup as you go, to help you remember which screws go where.
* Pay special attention to wiring. Laptops have intricate channels where the wiring must run; stray wiring may get pinched or may prevent other parts from fitting together correctly.
* No matter what machine you're working on, first upgrade your BIOS. You'll need up-to-date BIOS code to support many newer components.
* Not every laptop component can be upgraded. Some may be soldered or otherwise permanently attached
Article from http://www.pcworld.com/article/148945/stepbystep_5_laptop_upgrades_you_can_do_yourself.html
Want better performance from your laptop? The conventional wisdom has long held that you should simply buy a new one. You can put such conventional wisdom aside: Upgrading a laptop may not be for the timid or the impatient, but if you're handy with a screwdriver, and the sight of a circuit board doesn't scare you, an upgrade can be a far more affordable solution.
We took tools to hand and worked our way through eight common (and not so common) laptop upgrades, in some instances stripping our test machines--a Dell Inspiron E1505 and a Dell Inspiron 6000--down to the bare chassis. We can't fit complete step-by-step, unscrew-this-and-unplug-that instructions for everything into this article, but we can provide tips to help with each process.
And note that every laptop varies: Even machines from the same vendor can have very different designs and therefore wildly different disassembly methods.
Before you start, keep these essential points in mind:
* Many of these upgrades will void your laptop's warranty.* Some upgrades can damage your laptop. If you are at all uncomfortable with such tinkering, leave it to a pro.
* Most vendors provide disassembly instructions in their products' service manuals, which can usually be found on their Web sites' support sections.
* Unplug your laptop and remove the battery before attempting any upgrade. Also, to avoid damage from static electricity, use a grounded wrist strap.
* You'll need a collection of small screwdrivers, including flathead, Phillips, and possibly even Torx.
* Speaking of screws, keep them organized as you remove them. We like to use Dixie cups for each step. Just write "LCD assembly" or "keyboard" or whatever on each cup as you go, to help you remember which screws go where.
* Pay special attention to wiring. Laptops have intricate channels where the wiring must run; stray wiring may get pinched or may prevent other parts from fitting together correctly.
* No matter what machine you're working on, first upgrade your BIOS. You'll need up-to-date BIOS code to support many newer components.
* Not every laptop component can be upgraded. Some may be soldered or otherwise permanently attached
Article from http://www.pcworld.com/article/148945/stepbystep_5_laptop_upgrades_you_can_do_yourself.html
Frequently Asked Battery Questions
Q: Can I choose shipping methods other than the shipping method you provided, such as UPS or FedEx?
A: Yes, if your order weights more than 30lbs. If your order weight less than 30lbs, it's not cost effecient to use FedEx or UPS and the shipping rate will cost much more than using airmail.
Q: Can I ship to an address other than my billing or confirmed address?
A: No. In order to combat internet fraud and protect our customer, we can only ship to the customer's billing address which is verified with the credit card issing bank.
Q: I don't see those small prints on most e-commerce site, where is your disclaimers?
A: We don't have a 50 pages sales term. But there are few conditions that you must agreed upon before we can take your business.
You can return your purchase within 30days of the receipt date for any or no reason. However, the orgianl Shipping fee is none-refundable under any circumstances.
We will not responsible for the returning cost of defective product(s), but we will pay for the S/H cost of the replacement.
If we send you the wrong item, we will pay the S/H of the replacement, as well as the returning S/H cost of the wrong item
We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at any time for any reason.
A: Yes, if your order weights more than 30lbs. If your order weight less than 30lbs, it's not cost effecient to use FedEx or UPS and the shipping rate will cost much more than using airmail.
Q: Can I ship to an address other than my billing or confirmed address?
A: No. In order to combat internet fraud and protect our customer, we can only ship to the customer's billing address which is verified with the credit card issing bank.
Q: I don't see those small prints on most e-commerce site, where is your disclaimers?
A: We don't have a 50 pages sales term. But there are few conditions that you must agreed upon before we can take your business.
You can return your purchase within 30days of the receipt date for any or no reason. However, the orgianl Shipping fee is none-refundable under any circumstances.
We will not responsible for the returning cost of defective product(s), but we will pay for the S/H cost of the replacement.
If we send you the wrong item, we will pay the S/H of the replacement, as well as the returning S/H cost of the wrong item
We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at any time for any reason.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008
What is a "smart" Battery?
"Smart" batteries have internal circuit boards with smart chips which allow them to communicate with the notebook and monitor battery performance, output voltage and temperature. "Smart" batteries will generally run 15% longer due to their increased efficiency and also give the computer much more accurate "fuel gauge" capabilities to determine how much battery run time is left before the next recharge is required.
What is "Memory Effect"?
NiCad batteries, and to a some degree NiMH batteries, suffer from what's called the "memory effect". “Memory Effect” means that if a battery is repeatedly only partially discharged before recharging, the battery will “forget” that it can further discharge. The best way to prevent this situation is to fully charge and discharge your battery on a regular basis.
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