I had to remove the battery from my chromebook because it swelled up.
I’d like to get a new battery. I only need enough juice to survive being unplugged for a few minutes without shutting down abruptly.
The chromebook was about $60 to buy. With shipping and tax, a new battery is priced $40-80.
I like the device, I have put the time in to getting linux functioning how I like, so I’d rather not start fresh with a new chromebook. And I have no money.
Is there some kind of vendor that sells old batteries that don’t have much power in them? I was hoping to spend about $20. Maybe some sort of recycler.
location: Canada
part #: gm02xl
Secondary questions:
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Is it possible to bypass the battery as a power source when plugged in so that they don’t get swollen in the future? I would rather just leave devices plugged in all the time.
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Is there a way to make the USB power more securely attached so it doesn’t disconnect at the slightest movement? Super glue?
That’s a good idea!
Oh one other idea is your local electronics recycling centre. Our one frequently has battered Chromebooks. One by the same brand might do you. The folks in our one are friendly and would definitely give it to you for free so you might get lucky there too. Maybe leave your phone number with them also.
On your question about the loose power - I’d say that’s a dry or loose solder joint. If you’re comfortable with a soldering iron it should be easily fixed. Occasionally a heavily used connector just loses grip and if that’s the case a gentle squeeze with a pliers will do you.
I’m not comfortable with soldering but it’s a skill I’d like to have. I’ve done it a couple of times years ago and I recall it being straightforward enough. Would just need to read and practice a bit first.
I’m going to try the recyclers and squeezing the port tighter.
Good luck! If you can’t find one for sale it might be worth posting up in a local Facebook group or equivalent asking if anyone has one. Folks frequently don’t think of selling broken kit.