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Are notebook batteries generally hot-swappable?

Fresh7 days ago
Mar 15, 20267135 views
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I have a new HP Compaq 610. Most of the time I use it plugged and with the battery removed, to avoid wearing it. Sometimes I need to move it to somewhere else - currently I hibernate the machine, move it, plug it in its new location, and power it up again. I wonder if it's possible to plug the batt…

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Best practice says no, but I used to do it all the time without any problem what so ever.... However, it really depends on the laptop - I have never had a problem, but, yours may have a very sensitive PSU and the change in power requirements could e…

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