Finding Replacement Sharp Laptop Batteries

Have you recently had the experience of charging up your Sharp laptop in preparation for using it while you're away from AC power, only to find your battery dying after an hour when you're trying to work? There's nothing more annoying than being stuck somewhere needing to use your laptop and not having the battery power to do it. Fortunately, you can generally solve this problem by replacing your Sharp laptop battery. With our battery buying guide, you'll have no trouble finding the right battery for your computer.

How to Shop for a Laptop Battery

In order to replace your Sharp laptop battery successfully, you'll need to find a battery that is compatible with your laptop and that has features to fit your needs. Here are some steps to follow when shopping for a replacement laptop battery.

Make a Note of Your Laptop Model Number

The most fundamental step in purchasing the right battery for a laptop is finding the battery that is compatible with the specific model number of your computer. Not all Sharp batteries with work with all Sharp laptop models, and many batteries are compatible with multiple laptop models. Make sure the battery you choose states its compatibility with the exact model number of your laptop.

Consider Your Laptop Battery Needs

Once you've found laptop batteries that are compatible with your Sharp laptop, you may still have some options. To decide between different compatible batteries, you'll want to think about how you use your laptop. Different laptop activities and lifestyles place different demands on your battery. For instance, watching DVDs or using other media applications on your computer eats up a great deal of battery power. If these are the kinds of activities you pursue on your laptop, consider purchasing a battery with an extended life to keep your media working while you're on the road.

If you have a lifestyle frequently requiring you to use your laptop while you are away from AC power, you may want to purchase a second battery to use as a backup when you don't have the opportunity to plug in and recharge. And if you are constantly on the go with your laptop, the weight of a new battery may be of primary importance.

Other Factors in Laptop Battery Compatibility

Once you have found a battery that states its compatibility with your Sharp laptop model, you can further verify that the battery will work by taking a look at its physical characteristics and its internal technology. Since your replacement battery will need to fit into the spot your old battery vacates, it must be the same size and shape as the old battery.

Similarly, the technology that the battery uses to operate must match or be compatible. The latest in battery technology is lithium-ion (Li-ion), which can provide longer battery life. Newer laptop models may already have this technology. If your laptop currently has a Li-ion battery or is compatible with the technology, a new Li-ion battery is your best choice. Older laptops may have nickel cadmium (NiCd) or nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Unless you are certain that your laptop is compatible with multiple technologies, purchase a replacement battery with the same technology level as your old battery.