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Should I replace my battery for Dell Inspiron 1520?
I have had my Dell Inspiron 1520 since October 2007 (a little bit more than two years ago). It works fine, just a little bit slow on the startup (takes about two full minutes to fully boot up). Other than the startup time, my programs run pretty smoothly. However, upon startup, my computer tells me every time with the exact same message, and I am quoting from the screen, "Your battery needs to be replaced". This message, I don't know if I should believe it, because my battery can still charge fully to 100% and with my recharger, it works fine.
However, without my laptop recharger, the laptop maybe lasts 30 minutes on average, 1 hour at the most before it "blacks out".
Should I replace my battery like the screen suggests, or wait it out until my computer really does need a new battery (and how can I tell when it actually NEEDS one)?
4 Answers
- AnicetoLv 51 decade ago
You are lucky the 2-year battery can still give you over 30 minutes. Get a new battery. It might take a long time looking for it or ordering it.
- lorijotxLv 51 decade ago
Battery life should be a good 2 hrs or more (newer systems are about 3 hrs now days). 30 min is way too short. Google your battery model info & see who is selling a compatable one for a lower price. Never go with the maker's model as you are buying the name at that point.
After checking Google, you can check eBay and make your choice. :)
- ?Lv 71 decade ago
The screen warning is aimed more at business people who might be using their laptops on the move and would need more than 30 minutes
