Does my notebook accept Lithium or NiMH batteries?
It depends on the model. Newer systems will accept Lithium Ion batteries. Earlier models use Nickel Metal Hydride type batteries. Q: How long does the battery last, is there a lithium battery available? (Any notebook) A: Battery run time will vary depending on usage. A typical high-drain usage is when the CD-ROM and hard drives are being accessed. Check your User’s Manual for tips on improving battery run-times, but common is 2-3 hours. Short Battery Life and Memory Effect After being fully charged, the main system battery will only last for 10-20 minutes. Battery will not charge at all • Suggestion: Allow the battery to completely discharge and then charge the battery until the charger indicates that a full charge has been reached. Repeat this process three times and see if the battery functions normally. Replace the battery due to memory effect. • Technical Tip: Compaq Computer Corporation uses the latest in battery technology to provide our customers with a dependable and stable pow
It depends on the model. Newer systems will accept Lithium Ion batteries. Earlier models use Nickel Metal Hydride type batteries. Q: How long does the battery last, is there a lithium battery available? (Any notebook) A: Battery run time will vary depending on usage. A typical high-drain usage is when the CD-ROM and hard drives are being accessed. Check your User’s Manual for tips on improving battery run-times, but common is 2-3 hours. Short Battery Life and Memory Effect After being fully charged, the main system battery will only last for 10-20 minutes. Battery will not charge at all Suggestion: Allow the battery to completely discharge and then charge the battery until the charger indicates that a full charge has been reached. Repeat this process three times and see if the battery functions normally. Replace the battery due to memory effect. Technical Tip: Compaq Computer Corporation uses the latest in battery technology to provide our customers with a dependable and stable power s
