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Old 09-17-2009, 02:52 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Ebay Laptop Batteries?

Hi everyone. I haven't posted here in a while but am excited to be back!

I recently bought an entry level HP laptop, it's pretty decent and I am happy with it but I need longer battery life. HP wants $200 for a high capacity 12 cell battery and I don't want to pay $200 so that is not an option. However, I've browsed ebay and noticed that alot of vendors have 12 cell/high capacity batteries that may or may not be OEM branded (i.e. genuine HP batteries).

I'd also be looking into getting a new battery for my dad's laptop because after many years of constant usage the battery in that one died completely. I've noticed Ebay has many batteries for his laptop too.

So, basically, does anyone have any experience with these 3rd party batteries, would it be worth the $60 that they cost (great price compared to the buying from HP). In the back of my mind I almost know that there is no certainty but I really can't argue with the great prices and I really, REALLY could use the extra capacity (I can use the laptop at uni - they have wifi and all that but no power outlets). If anybody can chime in I would definitely appreciate it!
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