my computer is getting really hot while on, plugged in, and charging the battery

is this a danger? do I need a new battery?

Hi Lluvia

If the battery keeps your laptop running for about an hour, you shouldn't need to replace it.

Keep the laptop on a hard surface to facilitate airflow. It's normal to get hot, if the fan is running, don't worry. They are often designed to be cooled by the heatsink action of the whole system. Need airflow.

thank you, dadz

hi:)

how have you been?

Lluv I posted to the cafe.

just saw

thanks for the help:)

PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09035.html 

I hate to say it, but I think this tends to happen at your age.

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No, seriously, every rechargeable battery generates some heat, IIRC. I would guess that it has something to do with the transfer of energy. Whatever the deal, every laptop I've ever used was a nut roaster if I sat it on my actual lap.

Because of that, I usually use a cooling system of some sort. It's easier to do that when the computer is stationary, and you can get some that include cooling fans and plug into a USB outlet (which, of course, does use some battery capacity). Otherwise, if you rest it on your lap, I would try to figure out something to do to (a) get some air under the computer, and (b) protect yourself from the heat. Even if it's just a couple of potholders and sitting with your knees at least a foot apart.

thank you, donutboy

I have a Dell Inspiron 1525...I didn't see it listed.

pac- good idea

oh, and what? ahahhaha

http://www.shopcell.com/Extra_Items/All-All-All-IE_LCS1.html 

Try one of these. My son got me one for Christmas. I only use it if I notice my laptop fan running a lot.

wow good deal, MACS

thanks!

Another good use for a coffee table book. I use one between my laptop and my laptop.

ahhhhhhhhhhh I have those 🙂

Take the battery off when plugged in for long periods, you are wasting costly electric and the heat will eventually degradate the battery plus i heard it can facilitate Toejamittis..

If you have had it for a while, it just may be that the vents are clogged up with dust and need to be cleaned.

lluvia,

I attached a "miracle thaw" plate to the bottom of my laptop to aid in cooling.

Works good.

Thanks:)

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"my computer is getting really hot"

Too much porn.

I'm just saying...