Laptop Battery: why does my laptop only charge when the adapter is placed in a particular way?
yellowsuperhero asked:
Also, the battery life seems to be fading, I have had the laptop for about 2.5 years and use it everyday. Is this an adapter or battery problem? Or both? Can I have either repaired or do I need to buy a new one? Suggestions?
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Also, the battery life seems to be fading, I have had the laptop for about 2.5 years and use it everyday. Is this an adapter or battery problem? Or both? Can I have either repaired or do I need to buy a new one? Suggestions?
January 18th, 2009 at 1:54 pm
chargers often short out over time from wear and tear. it’s ok. just get another one off ebay.
January 21st, 2009 at 10:02 pm
Your battery may be malfunctioning, or there is some type of “short” in it. It is usually the adapter. They should go for about 5 years, at least mine did, it is an HP pavilion, an older version. I’d take it to a place called Central Computers, they are excellent. They do work for most of the companies where I live in the Silicon Valley, and they are reasonable. They are in San Jose, (if you aren’t), they can give you a referral where you live. Good Luck!!