Buying Guide for Acer Laptop Batteries

Replacement Acer laptop batteries can extend the life of your laptop for two years. If you still get good use out of your current laptop, there's no need to spend thousands replacing the machine when you can replace the battery for less than $100.

Tips for Choosing Acer Laptop Battery Dealers

Choosing a reputable laptop battery dealer is one of the most important factors in the purchase. Believe it or no, all batteries are not created equal. If you have a problem with yours, you want to know you can trust the company to make it right.

When visiting dealer sites, look for the following elements:

Ample selection: Look for a dealer who sells batteries for numerous brands and a wide selection of models. Warranty and guarantee: The site should offer a one-year warranty and a quality guarantee. A 90-day warranty probably means it's a refurbished battery. New batteries: They should guarantee that the battery is new, unless the laptop is more than seven years old. If the battery is very old, new batteries may no longer be available. However, if your laptop is that old, it might be time to replace it. Favorable return policy: The dealer should make its return policy clear on the site. Phone number and address: Look for a physical address and a phone number you can contact in case there are problems. Price: Although price should be a factor, don't base the entire decision on it. A cheap battery may not work as well and require replacement sooner, which will ultimately cost more than a higher-quality, higher-priced battery.

How to Find the Right Acer Laptop Battery

Once you've chosen one or two dealers, you'll need to find the specific battery for your laptop. It should be listed specifically for your Acer make and model. In addition, you should have the following information available:

• Battery part number (available on the battery case)
• Battery chemistry (Li-ion, Ni-MH, Ni-CD)
• Battery voltage
• Battery amperage (mAh)
• Battery connector type
• Battery dimensions.

It's best to have the Acer battery in front of you when you make the purchase. Search the website for your laptops make and model. Most sites offer a simple click-through menu. Once you find the battery listed for your Acer laptop, compare the description with the elements above listed on your battery.

If there is a picture available, compare it with your battery. The case and label colors may be different, but the dimensions and connection points should be identical.

You may notice that the battery description lists several Acer laptop computers with which it is compatible. Most manufacturers use the same battery with several makes and models, so it's completely acceptable for dealers to list multiple models, too.