V series battery questions

matoroa · October 2015

Hello,

I have some questions about the best way to prolong the life span of the batteries since there seems to be a contradiction in the manual:

Page 59 states:

"In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power..."

But page 60 states:

"Optimizing battery life...You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use..."

So what should I do: use AC power whenever possible or not? I use AC power at home almost every time and while gaming.

Also, should I completely discharge the battery regularly (e.g. once a month)?

Should I disconnect the AC power when the computer is turned off or leave it connected?

Thanks and regards,

Miguel

philetus · October 2015

My V3 and V5 have removable batteries so, some V series do.

Don't run the battery completely down. Unplugging when not using would help.

You can go through these tips:

http://www.pcworld.com/article/191574/long_live_your_laptop_battery.html

http://www.pcworld.com/article/252373/improve_your_laptops_battery_life.html

philetus · October 2015

Basically that means take out the battery while on AC. The only drawback is if you are working on something and have a power outage, it's lost. My battery lives in my sock drawer.

matoroa · October 2015

Hi,

Thank for your answer, but the V Series laptops do not have removable batteries. That is why I am a little confused by what the manual says. Unless, the instructions in the manual are generic and not really applicable to the V7 (in my particular case)? Still, I really would like to know what the best way to preserve the battery when it is not removable.

Cheers,

Miguel

philetus · October 2015

My V3 and V5 have removable batteries so, some V series do.

Don't run the battery completely down. Unplugging when not using would help.

You can go through these tips:

http://www.pcworld.com/article/191574/long_live_your_laptop_battery.html

http://www.pcworld.com/article/252373/improve_your_laptops_battery_life.html

matoroa · October 2015

Thank you very much again.

I will do as you suggest.

Regards,

Miguel

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