New Laptop

[David]

Purchased a new Dell and was wondering on what the general concensus was about battery usage?

Is it harmful to keep it plugged in constantly while using it on my desk or is it better to let the battery go down and then recharge it...and repeat that process over and over?

What say ye?

[Black Dog]

I'm no expert, but I think my manual said it does no harm to keep it plugged in.

[Kingston]

We use Dells at work here. When we're in the office, they're plugged in constantly and I haven't noticed any problems with battery life. I have heard that it's a good idea to run the battery down every now and then, but I'm not sure if it applies to this battery type.

[David]

Thanks for the replies. I didn't buy the thing for constant mobility since wireless is not available in my area so I am just gonna keep it plugged in.

[Wasch_24]

Your laptop should have a lithium battery which greatly reduces the memory effect.

I would charge it all the way with the Laptop off and then just use it however you see fit. If you are able to, plug it in. I plug mine in when ever I can and I still get almost 120 minutes out of my battery. It's even a hand-me-down from work.

[Jwrussell]

What everyone else said. I don't plug it in unless I have to but I don't sit at desk with it much either.

[David]

Posted the question on the Dell forum. I'll let ya know what they are claiming for the best battery treatment.

[Wasch_24]

Oh boy, now we'll never see Dave anymore...another forum, sheesh! :hysterica

[David]

Oh boy, now we'll never see Dave anymore...another forum, sheesh! :hysterica

I'm just there to find answers and then my ass is outta there! :grin:

[Wasch_24]

Suuuuuuuuuuuure!

[David]

Suuuuuuuuuuuure!

Leave me alone...I am chatting with "Jump_DriveBoy23" and "Bios_Me_Now" and we are having a great conversation.

[Wasch_24]

Gimme a damn link, I gotta see this shit!

[David]

Now "WinXP_4Me" just jumped in...he is very intelligent.

[David]

I can't link ya...I swore to the secret computer geek handshake when joining.

[Wasch_24]

:rofl: :rolling: :popeyes: :hysterica :computer: :awholelot :ahole: :headroll: :headroll: :headroll: :headroll: LMABFAO!!!!!

[David]

"Squeeze_My_Chip" said to bite him Todd.

I'm not gettin in the middle of this one.

[Embers]

My Thinkpad is almost always plugged in, but when it was new IBM recommended that the battery be conditioned. This meant running it completely empty and charging it back up to a full charge several times.

[Wasch_24]

Damn, so many forums, which one!?

[David]

I'll be back...some chic named "I_Like_Your_Hard_Drive" is being frisky.