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    6 cell vs. 9 cell on t43

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by onlytemporary, May 18, 2005.

  1. onlytemporary

    onlytemporary Newbie

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    I'm probably going to buy a t43 in the next couple days and i'm wondering what the difference is between the 6 cell and 9 cell battery--obviously i know there's a capacity difference, but is the 9 cell battery physically larger (ie does it protrude beyond the edge of the computer)? And does it weigh much more (i can't imagine that it does)?
    Thanks
     
    onlytemporary, May 18, 2005
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I have the nine cell on my T42. It weighs a little more, hardly noticable, and sticks out 3/4 of inch from the back. It doesn't bother me at all. I'd rather have the extra battery life.







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    ZaZ, May 18, 2005
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  3. nmzak

    nmzak Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have both batteries. I bought the 9 cell for longer airline trips. The 6 cell lasts 2.5 hours and the 9 cell lasts 4.5. Yes the 9 cell protrudes a little and is a bit heavier (not a problem). Bought the 9 cell at newegg.
     
    nmzak, May 24, 2005
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  4. rxl77

    rxl77 Notebook Enthusiast

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    9 cell doesn't bother me at all- love the longer battery life.
     
    rxl77, May 25, 2005
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