Presario 2100 dead battery?

[Quacker]

I assume the battery is dead on this one. I tried refreshing it but to no avail. Tee machine works with the power cord fitted, but once removed nothing powers up - even after a good few hours charging period - So process of elimination suggests battery death.

 

Now then is it simply a case of Googling for a replacement battery (cheapest I found is £27.50), or is it possible to use a compatible battery. Obviously there's no warranty issues as a fair few years old now.

 

Please note, it works when it is just plugged in - but call me old fashioned but I like the idea of a laptop not always having to be hooked to the mains;)

[Plastic Nev]

Hi Quacker,

Battery life in laptops isn't very great at the best of times, and considering you say the machine is now a few years old, it isn't surprising.

I know they are expensive, but don't be persuaded to go for the cheap equivalent, OK there are good quality equivalents, but more near to the original manufacturers prices. Cheap versions will probably not last too long.

Also if possible look for one that is of the Li-ion type as they are certainly longer lasting than a NiCad type, though they are disappearing now thankfully.

Nev.

[Quacker]

Thanks Nev

 

Food for thought.

 

Never had to replace a battery on a laptop and I have 3. Hope it's not catching lol.