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Only Works Plugged In

The laptop runs fine on the charger, but shuts off the moment you unplug it. This is almost always a battery issue, but let's confirm.

Check the battery status:

  • Hover over the battery icon in Windows taskbar
  • Does it say 'Plugged in, not charging'?
  • Does it stay stuck at 0% or a specific number?
  • Is the battery swollen? (Touchpad might be lifted)
  • Wiggle the charging port gently - does it flicker?

Battery Life Logic

Batteries wear with use and time, but there is no universal replacement age. Compare reported condition, runtime, workload, and charging behavior before choosing a replacement.

What did you find?

Select the result that matches your situation

Won't charge at all

Stays at 0% or says "not charging".
Drains extremely fast

Charges to 100% but dies in minutes.
I need a replacement

I want to get a new battery installed.

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