Battery Types, Performance, and Charging Tips

Filed Under (Laptop) by Hemon on 13-05-2009

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Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries are the newest technology batteries and offer several advantages over NiMH and NiCd batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are preferred for their lighter weight and higher performance. Lithium-ion batteries are typically 20-35% lighter and will provide 10-20% better performance than a NiMH battery of equivalent mAh rating.  Lithium-ion batteries are also unique in that they are not susceptible to the Read the rest of this entry »

Laptop Battery Maintenance

Filed Under (Laptop) by Hemon on 13-05-2009

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How to charge your new replacement laptop battery?

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. Read the rest of this entry »