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    Power issues

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by iainm, Aug 2, 2007.

  1. iainm

    iainm Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have a confusing problem with my laptop power to the extent that I can't work out whether it is a hardware or software issue and was wondering if anyone could offer any suggestions.

    When I plug my laptop into AC power, it receives power and charges as per normal. But when it reaches 100% battery charge, the battery stops charging, the screen goes dim just like there's no AC power. No matter what I do (unplug & reconnect AC power, reboot) the battery will not charge. But once I turn it off, the battery will charge, or if I actually power cycle it, it will charge while on. As long as I never let it reach 100% battery charge, behaviour is completely normal.

    Any ideas?
     
    iainm, Aug 2, 2007
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    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    What brand/model laptop do you have?
     
    usapatriot, Aug 2, 2007
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  3. iainm

    iainm Newbie

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    It's a Dell Inspiron 1100 - I have two power adaptors that both give the same behaviour, so I'm confident that's not it.
     
    iainm, Aug 2, 2007
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  4. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    If the display is going dim exactly when the battery charging stops then it looks like a hardware problem. That definitely shouldn't happen.

    I think you will need to contact Dell.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Aug 4, 2007
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