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I use that 12 year old laptop as a diagnostic tool (Vag-Com) for my 12 year old Audi. The computer has been abused and stored poorly (has been rattling around in the trunk for 5 years), not used very often (once a year), and finally its battery is complete toast.
When I use the Tecra, I power it through the the car's power outlet. Ever since the battery has died, I get a message that the battery has died when I start the computer up. Then it runs a self-diagnostic and works fine.
Can I remove the rechargeable, or does it have to remain installed for some weird reason? I prefer removing the battery before it starts leaking.
Also, is there another battery that I should know about? I know my Mac computers have a small lithium battery.
PS: I run Windows 98 on that beast.
When I use the Tecra, I power it through the the car's power outlet. Ever since the battery has died, I get a message that the battery has died when I start the computer up. Then it runs a self-diagnostic and works fine.
Can I remove the rechargeable, or does it have to remain installed for some weird reason? I prefer removing the battery before it starts leaking.
Also, is there another battery that I should know about? I know my Mac computers have a small lithium battery.
PS: I run Windows 98 on that beast.