SkydiveStMarys 0 #1 August 16, 2006 and has to send the battery back to the company for a replacement? I just bought (second hand, not even two months old, 500 bucks. Sweet!) a Dell lap top from a friend. Did the battery search and found that I don't have the battery thats listed on the site that has been recalled. Yeah! Me no want to smoke my new Dell! BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,534 #2 August 16, 2006 Be careful with the battery anyway. Even the non-affected ones can get hot. I have an unaffected Dell, and it toasts my legs in the morning. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #3 August 16, 2006 Yeah, I had it running last night for about three hours and it didn't seem to get anywhere near as hot as those that are affected. But, I will diffently keep my eye on it. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #4 August 16, 2006 I was on the phone for a few hours last night with DELL Technical support in regards to a spyware infection which corrupted my notebook...I'm very pleased with their customer service and patience to help me get it worked out. Next I need to call back about the battery recall. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
htrammel 0 #5 August 16, 2006 My work computer is a Dell and the battery IS one of the recalled ones. So, the battery is out and I can only use A/C power. Of course, being a Government computer, it could take a year to actually get a new battery into my hands. Arghhhh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #6 August 16, 2006 See I was wondering how long it actually took to get the replacement battery. That was one of the reasons why I might not have bought it, had it been the one with the recall issue, I didn't want to fuck around with getting the replacement. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #7 August 16, 2006 Good to hear that. Customer service and I don't get along to well, no matter what the company is. I just don't have patience when it comes to such things, but at times it is a necessary evil. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #8 August 16, 2006 I was wondering how long it actually took to get the replacement battery... *** Hasn't seemed to affect any of your OTHER 'battery powered' purchases! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AshDeBash 0 #9 August 16, 2006 No need to call them up. Just go on-line and enter the battery part number. I have one of the "hot" ones. The link (below) will check your battery and direct you to an "enter your address" page if appropriate. Luckily I have a spare! https://www.dellbatteryprogram.com/Identify.aspx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick 67 #10 August 16, 2006 I got a chill pad for my dell laptop. It has 2 fans in it and the laptop sits on top, the chill pad plugs into a USB port and you would not believe how much cooler the computer stays. I can run it for hours and it does not even feel warm. RickYou can't be drunk all day if you don't start early! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #11 August 16, 2006 Why I oughta.......! I ALWAYS have a back up power cord!! BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #12 August 16, 2006 Cool! No pun intended. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #13 August 16, 2006 QuoteWhy I oughta.......! I ALWAYS have a back up power cord!! Bobbi Yeah I'll BET! That AND a 440 diesel generator! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #14 August 16, 2006 Damn straight!! BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #15 August 16, 2006 QuoteDamn straight!! Bobbi Why YES I AM...thank you! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #16 August 16, 2006 Thats not what I heard. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #17 August 16, 2006 I know a farmer that lives in a dell."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #18 August 16, 2006 I keep my laptop on a plastic stand that props it up and keeps it better cooled. And when I use it on my lap, I sit indian style and rest the laptop on it's egdes. I guess they weren't really meant for laps! ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #19 August 16, 2006 Here a moo, there a moo, everywhere a moo moo. Two can play a this game buddy!BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ypelchat 0 #20 August 17, 2006 QuoteMe no want to smoke my new Dell! Bobbi http://news.com.com/2300-1044_3-6105661.html?tag=st.rn http://news.com.com/2300-1044_3-6105661-3.html?tag=ne.gall.pg The faulty batteries can be traced back to this month's production (Aug 2006)..... SONY started making those batteries back in 2004.... For the moment, only DELL computers are affected. BUT, since Sony manufactures OEM batteries, for MANY more computer makers...This could only be the tip of the iceberg..... Only for the DELL brand, the estimated cost for SONY to replace the faulty batteries, could reach 430 millions$... Yves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
