[email protected] wrote: > My ancient T23 (which I have passed on to my wife) > only starts after several tries, > and frequently stops for no reason. > The battery lasts for a nanosecond, > and the battery light in the computer is always flashing. > > I realize a new battery is required; > but I thought Thinkpads could work on power > regardless of the state of the battery? > > Incidentally, can anyone recommend a good site for Thinkpad batteries? > Any advice gratefully received.
TAKE OUT THE BATTERY!!! You can do lasting damage to the laptop's charging circuit by leaving an obviously dead battery in the machine. Also, check your CMOS battery. Regards, James _______________________________________________ Thinkpad mailing list [email protected] http://stderr.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/thinkpad
