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joseph_tso · 2003-01-07 11:17 pm

I got this bw 5300 from my sister (free mac, why not?). It works well, but everytime I unplug its power cord it goes dead. There's a battery inside. While its on the OS recognizes the battery, if I take the battery out, the computer acknowledges it not being there, same when I slide it back in.
Why is there no power coming from the battery?

paxswill · 2003-01-08 11:20 am

Try reconditioning the battery.

joseph_tso · 2003-01-08 11:38 pm

How can I do that without the computer? When I unplug the power adapter, the computer shuts off.

Do you think I could try with another battery?
thanks.

dv · 2003-01-10 6:40 pm

Yes, the battery is totally dead. Buy a new one.

Or leave the laptop plugged in all the time...

paxswill · 2003-01-11 2:55 pm

If you have an external battery charger that supports reconditioning and press the button. With the Mac is easier. Plug in the battery and power adapter and find the little utility that sends your mac on the long road of battery recoditioning.[/url]

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#1 2003-01-07 11:17 pm

Powerbook 5300 battery problem (no, it doesn't burn)

#2 2003-01-08 11:20 am

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#3 2003-01-08 11:38 pm

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#4 2003-01-10 6:40 pm

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#5 2003-01-11 2:55 pm

Re: Powerbook 5300 battery problem (no, it doesn't burn)

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