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HP Laptop PC 15s-fq2000 (2D120AV)
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So I wanted to ask what happens to my laptop(model is in product name) when it reaches 100% but I am still using it with the charger connected

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Hello Sp4rk.

 

Modern laptops are designed to stop charging at 100% and only use the adapter's power to run the system. They then allow for the battery to slowly discharge until it reaches roughly 95-94% at which point they again charge the battery. This ensures that the battery is protected from overcharging and increases its lifetime. Generally speaking, however, it is a good idea to actually drain the battery once in a while by using the laptop without the charger plugged in.

 

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Hello Sp4rk.

 

Modern laptops are designed to stop charging at 100% and only use the adapter's power to run the system. They then allow for the battery to slowly discharge until it reaches roughly 95-94% at which point they again charge the battery. This ensures that the battery is protected from overcharging and increases its lifetime. Generally speaking, however, it is a good idea to actually drain the battery once in a while by using the laptop without the charger plugged in.

 

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Ok thanks! 

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