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Hello,


If this isnt a right topic please move this thread.

I finaly got $2500 and I decided to buy laptop. I am looking at this toshiba(P100-S9762):


I heard a lot about some crappy batteries which dont work after a year of usage. If enyone knows if this laptop has that batteries please tell me.

The second thing is: Is this a good laptop (not just about preformance)
Id like to bee sure it will work for about 4 years. So I hope it wont stop working.

And the last thing:
Is possible to get something like "AUX" power so when battery would be empty I could have some other "battery" which would charge it.


Sorry for my mistakes...I am just too upset..


Thanks in advance,

Jan

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Short, practical add-on to the thread for (and following ’s point): laptop batteries are consumable parts — significant capacity loss in 1–4 years is normal, and heat plus staying at full charge are the main accelerators of wear. There were also high‑profile Sony/Toshiba lithium‑ion battery recalls in the mid‑2000s, so it’s sensible to check the battery part number and recall notices before relying on a pack long‑term. (batteryuniversity.com)

A concise checklist for the battery question:

  • Inspect the physical battery label for the part number and manufacture date; cross‑check against recall/compatibility info.
  • OEM replacements and reputable aftermarket 9‑cell (higher‑capacity) options exist for the P100 family (known replacement part families such as A000005240 / PA3479U variants).
  • When buying non‑OEM batteries, confirm voltage/connector, certified safety marks (UL/CE/ROHS), and read seller return/warranty terms — avoid swollen or very cheap unknown packs. (bhphotovideo.com)

On RAM and future upgrades: the P100 series uses DDR2 SODIMM modules and the official/specified maximum is around 4 GB (two slots), so adding RAM later is practical and usually simple (power off, remove the service/access cover, swap or add SODIMMs). Use a compatibility tool (Crucial System Scanner or a manufacturer parts list) to confirm exact module type and slot usage before buying. (manualslib.com)

Practical longevity notes: keep cooling vents clean, avoid running the laptop on battery in hot environments for long sessions, run heavy tasks on AC power when possible, and calibrate the battery occasionally to keep the fuel‑gauge accurate. If long life and peace of mind are priorities, consider extended warranty or explicit battery coverage. These steps reduce the main causes of early battery failure. (batteryuniversity.com)

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Member Avatar for jbennet

all batteries wear out in about 1 - 4 years of use. Its something you have to live with. In terms of "aux" power most laptops have the option to get a higher capacity battery (usually gives you about double the time e.g 2 hours -> 4 hours of use but at a similarly doubled price and weight)

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But its ok right? Does this laptop support higher capacity battery?

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dont know about the battery youll have to look into it.

Toshiba are generally a good brand of laptop (well, maybe not as good as sony) but are miles ahead of dell and acer.

You may want to look on crucial and see how much an extra gig of ram RAM as 1gb is a bit low for vista (runs in reality like xp with 384)

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Well is possible to upgrade ram later?

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Depends on the laptop, Google it

I have a thinkpad and a compaq laptop and upgraded them from 512 to 1gb. They take SODIMMS usually (there basically small ram (about 1/2 sise) for use in laptops - it slots in at an angle. Often all you have to remove a screw holding on a cover and slot it in.

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oh I found this...


It has a 2gb ram...so Ill buy it

Member Avatar for jbennet

thats a lovely laptop. Might be able to get it cheaper though...

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nono... I finally decided to get this...

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