The laptop hasn't been used in three years, is there an issue with the battery?
The laptop hasn't been used in three years, is there an issue with the battery?
But it did charge... Is there any software available to assess the battery's condition?
But it didn't charge correctly or completely, and it probably self-discharged right away once power was turned off. All batteries lose effectiveness over time. The rechargeable ones in laptops last only about three to four years if maintained properly, and they start to degrade from the moment they're made. Yours is beyond its useful life.
batteries for laptops last only 3 to 4 years if taken care of properly? That sounds quite short. Is this really the case? Should I consider buying a laptop without an internal battery next time? My Lenovo model has two batteries—one removable and one built in. Do I still have the option to use it with dead batteries on AC, or should I arrange for someone to remove the internal one? Will there be any leakage over time if the batteries are dead?
But yes, three years is suitable for a laptop battery.
Less, if it isn't kept regularly charged.