Yet , as it ages , the battery 's energy storage will dissipate progressively until it lasts only a few minutes .
A new battery typically stores enough energy to run the laptop for three to five hours , depending on usage , configuration , and power management settings .
As it ages , the battery 's energy storage will dissipate progressively until it lasts only a few minutes .
A new battery typically stores enough energy to run the laptop for three to five hours , depending on usage , configuration , and power management settings .