What To Do When An Hp Laptop Won't Charge The Battery
If a HP laptop won't
charge the battery it can be an extremely frustrating and stressful situation PCB Prototype Manufacturer. As the
general rule, laptop batteries only last for about a year. This is highly
variable; much depends on things such as usage and care. However, if the laptop
no longer charges the battery there are some tricks to try to get it working
again before paying for a new battery.
The first and easiest thing to
check for is the electrical outlet. Try moving the cord to a different location.
A faulty electrical socket could be the culprit. If after changing outlets the
battery is still not charging move to the laptop electrical cord. Wiggle the end
of the cord that has the connection to the laptop. If, when moving the cord,
there is a connection that comes and goes, there is almost certainly a short in
the charger. A new charger on average will cost $100.00.
When the laptop
is plugged in, move the mouse over the battery symbol; this symbol is located at
the bottom right side of the screen. By hovering over the icon, a little box
should pop up telling the amount of life that is left in the battery. If a red X
appears over the battery, it is completely dead. The laptop is running
exclusively on electricity and would not function if the laptop were to be
unplugged.
HP laptops have a built in battery check. Using this function
will help determine the life of the battery. It will also rule out some reasons
why it will not charge Rigid flex
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Batteries are known to best retain their charge when kept very
cold. One trick to try is to place the battery in an airtight freezer bag.
Before placing the battery in the freezer, remove all of the excess air from the
bag. Place the bag into the freezer for a minimum of one full day (twenty four
hours). Allow the battery to defrost for at least two hours before placing back
in the computer. Because mixing water and electricity can have potentially
deadly side effects, it is crucial to make sure the battery is completely dry.
The frigid temperatures may be just enough to jumpstart the battery and make it
charge again.
Before putting the battery back into the laptop, look at
the side panels of the battery. Most HP batteries have a panel with a few LED
lights. These lights are battery indicators; pressing down on the lights will
make a normally functional battery light up with bars. There will be one, two,
or three of these bars. They show how much battery life is left. A completely
dysfunctional battery will have no lights.
If the laptop battery is
removed and will charge in a different laptop of the same model, it is
indicative of a faulty motherboard. This is by far on of the worst cases.
Defective motherboards can cost hundreds of dollars to fix. Most times older
laptops are not worth the money it requires to fix them.
If none of
these tips work, it may be time for a new battery. Even if the laptop is not
used often, batteries have a shelf life. The amount of charge the battery can
hold slowly decreases over time. A battery will cost between $80.00 and
$150.00.
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