Thursday, March 31, 2005
Tips for Laptop Battery Care
Care is essential for laptop batteries, laptops or for any products whilst in use or in storage. This ensures an optimum performance and life of laptop batteries.
Tips for Laptop Battery Care:
Tips for Laptop Battery Care:
- A new battery comes in a discharged condition and must be charged before use. Upon initial use (or after prolonged storage period) the battery may require two to three charge/discharge cycles before achieving maximum capacity.
- If the battery is not going to be used for more than a month, it is recommended that it be removed from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean place.
- A battery will eventually lose its charge if unused. It may therefore be necessary to recharge the battery after a storage period.
- 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.
- 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.
- Do not leave the battery dormant for long periods of time. We recommend using the battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break-in procedure described above.
