1st Laptop Battery question


  1. crispyclot
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    1st Laptop Battery question


    Just bought 1st laptop ASUS G73SW , salemean said if im leaving it plugged in all the time , to leave the battery out .

    Is this a good idea , or should it be in at all times ?
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  3. t-4-2
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    crispyclot said:
    Just bought 1st laptop ASUS G73SW , salemean said if im leaving it plugged in all the time , to leave the battery out .

    Is this a good idea , or should it be in at all times ?
    Your salesman was quoting some " old school " advice.
    For new computers nowadays, it does not matter any more.
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  4. The Howling Wolves
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    The correct answer is ..............read this article.


    BatteryCare - Proper laptop battery usage guide
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  6. crispyclot
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    Done deal thanks HW
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