Q: Is it necessary to activate the new IBM 08K8049 batteries?
A: Yes, it is. It generally takes more than 10 hours to activate the newly bought battery each time. And it could be fully activated after repeat 3-5 times.
Q: how to properly charge the IBM 08K8049 laptop battery?
A: any time is available. The best time to charge is when the laptop automatically shut down .Each time for charging and discharging is fully developed, which is good to extend the IBM battery 08K8049 life.
Q: Is it right to unplug the IBM 08K8049 when using the external laptop ac adapter?
A: It is unnecessary to do that. Rechargeable IBM 08K8049 has anti-overcharge protection circuit inside. Therefore, when the replacement IBM 08K8049 notebook battery is fully charged, it will not be harmed; what is more, once the power were cut off after the battery is removed, it would have bad effect on the laptop itself.
Q: How to properly maintain the IBM 08K8049 replacement battery that is not used for a long time?
A: The battery should be kept with full power at room temperature,when not used for a long-term. Because internal components would deplete part of the power, the electricity could reduce when placed for some time. It is recommended to recharged the battery after saving the battery for 1-2 months in order to prevent the voltage being too low to lithium-ion IBM 08K8049 not charging.