Using notebook with a dead battery

Question

Inspiron 9300. Will it damage the notebook if I run it on AC power when the battery is dead (battery status light flashes orange continuously)? I have ordered a new battery but there is a two week delivery delay; not very good for a bog-standard item!

Thanks in advance.

Herbie 3606

95magnarider · Answer

The user is asking if it will damage their Inspiron 9300 notebook if they run it on AC power when the battery is dead. They have ordered a new battery but there is a two week delivery delay. The answer suggests that it is safe to run the laptop without the battery installed, especially if the battery error condition is flashing, as it may indicate an internal problem with the battery.

herbie3606 · Answer

Thanks for advice. Have just removed battery and am up and running on AC power but without the flashing warning light. regards herbie3606

Spinister · Answer

Is your screen still bright? I'm running on just AC with no battery pack in and I can't alter the contrast - it's really dim and hard to read.

herbie3606 · Answer

Spinister Yes, I can alter screen brightness using usual Fn with up or down arrow keys. Herbie3606

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Using notebook with a dead battery

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