Playbook battery dead, how to charge it?

Hey guys.
I've been looking for all kinds of answers about it, tried the 20secs power then plug into wall outlet etc...nothing worked.
All I could do is plug my PB into my computer, and when it prompts me to update the tablet OS, as long as I don't try to do it (the download fails for some reason) the PB is still connected with a steady green light.
So my question would be:
- should I leave it charging this way, with a steady green light?
- should I put it back on the power outlet for at least a few days?
Thanks in advance.

shogi wrote:
- should I leave it charging this way, with a steady green light?
- should I put it back on the power outlet for at least a few days?
Thanks in advance.
Yes, both.
And get the inexpensive Playbook magnetic rapid charger for the Playbook.
http://www.amazon.com/Blackberry-Rapid-Travel-Charger-Playbook/dp/B004XBZ728
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