A laptop with short battery lifespan and expensive batteries (Dell Inspiron 1501)

Member Name: Sierra81

Product:	Dell Inspiron 1501
Date:	05/02/09 (164 review reads)
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Advantages: Reliable computer configuration

Disadvantages: System is freezing in the Sleep mode and after closing the lid; short battery lifespan

Maybe it is still among popular laptop computer models, but I have encountered some unexpected issues while using it and I want to tell you too because I know it will help at some point.
First I have to say I have been using it since one year and two months ago and the battery lifespan is closes to its end.
I have to keep the laptop plugged, otherwise it shuts down after a few minutes showing that only 9% of the battery is charged. It doesn't take more power than that.
I can keep only Windows Vista on it, Linux-based operating systems can't be installed. This is not a problem for me but you need to make some settings in the Power Options area so the interface won't freeze when you close the lid, or when it enters in Sleep mode. Practically I had to disable all the functions in the More Power Options sections.
In the rest everything is fine. It is a stable computer.
I don't like that it is kinda heavy.

Summary: A reliable laptop with short battery lifespan

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