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[Marthe48]

Last edited Mon Nov 28, 2022, 09:42 AM - Edit history (1)

Hope I don't post too often, but I get advice I understand that helps me solve my tech problems and I appreciate the replies I get

I have a Dell Latitude laptop. I noticed the bottom of the case was bulging, and realized it was the battery.

I transferred my pictures and files to an ext. HD, then shut down the laptop and unplugged it. I opened the case, and took pictures of the bad battery in place, replaced the cover and ordered a new battery which will be here Wed. I'll be away for a few days, so I won't be able to replace the battery for a week or so.

I wondered if I should shut off the laptop and remove the battery before I leave Tuesday? Or should I remove it right now? Will the laptop operate without the battery if it's plugged in? I've got a tablet I can use, but if I have to, but I like the laptop better.

Many thanks!

11/28/22
I successfully changed the battery in my laptop. I ordered it and it came last week, but I was away from home till Sat. , got to it as soon as I could. Battery was 71% charged when I tested it, and is now 100%. I also cleaned the inside of my laptop while I had it apart.

Thank you for your kind assistance.

[FuzzyRabbit]

1. Yes, remove the battery now to be on the safe side.

Your laptop will work just fine if it is plugged in. It does not need the battery to work.

[Marthe48]

2. Thanks for the quick reply

I was hoping for that answer 😃

[Marthe48]

3. I got the battery out

Yay!

The laptop is running fine. I won't have to worry now till I get home, and it'll be easy to put the new one in.

Thanks for your help, and answering my question so fast.

[FuzzyRabbit]

4. Good job, Marthe48.

[Marthe48]

5. My computer started acting up

when I got home today. I was on DU and a message popped up that the laptop was hibernating and locking.
I restarted several times, and then used my tablet to see what I could do. I changed the battery settings, and the power settings. Waiting now to see if it fixed the problem.

If it doesn't, then tomorrow, I'll take the new battery out. I never take the laptop out of the house, or anywhere else in the house, so if it's the new battery causing this problem, at least I tried.