Ah, the laptop
computer — the ultimate platform for digital enjoyment. Laptops enable you to
connect, play and work wherever and whenever you want. But if you lose battery
power and can't plug in on the go, your laptop is no better than an oversized
coaster.
Laptop
technologies have really come a long way.
With advances in
processor architecture and mobile-optimized technologies and software, you can
experience a near-desktop experience for playing games, listening to and
downloading music, and surfing the Internet — all without being leashed to the
nearest outlet.
OK, you've come
a long way. Now come just a little further.
But even with
these built-in, mobile-optimized technologies, you may still have to plug in
before you’re ready. To squeeze every last drop of power out of your laptop
battery, follow these tips and tricks and you'll stay mobile longer:
1. Charge the
battery! Consider keeping it plugged in for 12 hours before you unplug.
Tip! Over time,
you may find that you have to recharge your battery more often to get the
expected level of performance. If that's the case, it's time to replace your
battery. Look for lithium ion (Li-Ion) replacement batteries for the greatest
longevity.
2. Switch on the
optimized battery or power feature. You'll find this option — sometimes
referred to as max battery mode — in your laptop system's built-in power
management control panel. You can select the option to reduce the amount of
time your inactive laptop stays on before powering itself down and going to
sleep.
Tip! Turning off
power-draining facilities like backlights can preserve quite a bit of battery
life.
3. Check to see
if your laptop has the optimum amount of RAM. You can do this by right mouse
clicking on My Computer. The amount of RAM you have will appear under your
System Information. RAM enables your system to run program instructions using
the computer's memory instead of its hard disk drive (HDD), where it stores
data. Refreshing the RAM requires less power than spinning the hard drive, so
having the correct amount of RAM means less drain on your laptop battery.
Tip! Consider 2
GB or more RAM for the best performance!
4. Remove the
battery and clean the metal contacts. Wipe them with alcohol, ideally every two
months, to ensure that the power transfer between the laptop and its battery is
as efficient as possible. Allow the battery to dry thoroughly before replacing
it!
5. Unplug any
laptop accessories you aren't using. Even if they're not in use, accessories
drain power from the battery.
Tips!
Ÿ Turn your wireless local area network (WLAN) switch off if you don't
need a wireless connection — a button or LED on your laptop usually lights up
to indicate wireless activities.
Ÿ Use your laptop in the best possible lighting conditions. In
brighter conditions, you won't need to set your laptop screen to maximize
brightness so you can save additional battery life.
6. Defragment
the hard drive so your system operates as efficiently as possible. The built-in
defragmenting utility included with Windows®*-based operating systems decreases
the time your system must spend searching for files by rearranging file
fragments, so they are closer together on the hard drive. Less time searching
means less spinning for the hard drive and less use of battery power.
Tip! Defragment
your hard drive at least every two months!
Follow these
battery-saving tips and tricks and you'll be well on your way to staying
unleashed longer!
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