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Battery not charging, plugged in, 0% available after windows update

Anonymous
2018-06-18T13:42:20+00:00

I have an Acer-PC (Acer AOHAPPY2) & I have been using Windows 10 home foe a while with no problems.

Ever since an automatic windows update in January & my battery is on 0% level & won't recharge at all. My PC won't work unless plugged in. I am almost sure it isn't a problem with the battery itself but I tried almost every solution provided by the community here to no avail. 

My version is 1709 (OS 16299.492). 

My device manager shows 2 drivers in the batteries: Microsoft AC Adapter & Microsoft ACPI- Compliant control method battery. I read somewhere that there should be another driver called Microsoft Composite Battery & this is what keeps my battery from recharging.

I also read that downgrading my windows version might help because 1709 has many issues, but I am not sure if this is the right solution, or how it will affect my computer performance. ( we should be upgrading, not downgrading!!)

Here is a link to my battery report if anyone would find helpful https://www.dropbox.com/s/hzbgnvl1imp8k9m/battery-report.html?dl=0

I hope anyone can help me with this. My computer has to stay immobile all the time & if the charger or wire shake for a second it shuts down. This is so annoying. Please help.

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  1. DaveM121 867.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2018-06-18T13:46:18+00:00

    Hi Safaa.

    Open Device Manager (accessible by right clicking your Start Button)

    Expand the Batteries section

    For each device in that section:

    Right click and choose Disable

    Then right click and choose Enable

    Close Device Manager

    Open the Settings App

    Go to Update & Security - Troubleshoot

    Run these troubleshooters

    Hardware and devices

    Power

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-06-28T15:49:58+00:00

    Unfortunately, I tried all the solutions above & still my battery is 0% & not charging.

    Anyone with another idea? Should i really downgrade my windows version or search for the 3rd battery driver somewhere!!! 

    Please help me.

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  3. Anonymous
    2018-06-21T01:31:04+00:00

    Hi Safaa.

    Open Device Manager (accessible by right clicking your Start Button)

    Expand the Batteries section

    For each device in that section:

    Right click and choose Disable

    Then right click and choose Enable

    Close Device Manager

    Open the Settings App

    Go to Update & Security - Troubleshoot

    Run these troubleshooters

    Hardware and devices

    Power

    Thanks for replying. Unfortunately, these did not change anything & the troubleshooter could not detect any problems!!!

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-06-18T14:00:34+00:00

    Press Windows key + X

    Click Device Manager

    Expand Batteries

    Right-click Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System.

    Choose Update Driver Software.

    Make sure you are connected to the Internet, the check for updates.

    Check if its working...

    Other things you can try....

    1. Run Windows 10 Battery Diagnostics

    If your battery isn’t fully charging, the first thing you can try is the Battery troubleshooter in Windows 10.

    Open Start > Settings > Update & security > Troubleshoot
    
    Scroll down then click Power
    
    Click Run the troubleshooter
    

    Complete the wizard then restart your device to see if the problem is resolved.

    Most laptop computers include their own factory diagnostics utilities, too. It is recommended you also use those to test your battery. Accessing the diagnostics will vary by manufacturer, so, consult the documentation that came with your computer. Before you run a test, you might need to first fully charge the device to 99 or 100 percent, disconnect the AC adapter, boot into the diagnostic utility then run the test.

    1. Check if Your AC Power Supply is Properly Connected

    Sometimes the power cable connected to your AC power supply brick might be loose. Check to make sure it is fitted and secured properly.

    1. Try a Different Wall Outlet and Check for Low Voltage and Electrical Issues

    The other day, my house had some serious electrical issues going on. You would be amazed how much voltage issues can affect the performance of your system. Plugging in my laptop into an outlet within my room dimmed the light, while an outlet in the living room caused it to wink.

    Another room it remained constant but charging was horribly slow. This, of course, meant I had low voltage issues and with so many appliances competing for the little bit of faulty energy, it made it even worse. Ultimately, I ended hiring an electrician to sort out the issues. After fixing it up, my laptop started charging normally.

    1. Test with Another Charger

    I mentioned the AC power adapter earlier. It’s possible your charger might be the culprit. If you have a working spare laying around the home, give it a try to see if it charges. You can also borrow one from your work colleague if you don’t have any. If you don’t have access to another charger, try yours on another laptop to see if it charges the device.

    If you are mixing and matching laptop power adapters, make sure you choose the correct power supply (https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=s...). Read the brick and make sure it has the same polarity and voltage as the adapter for your laptop.

    1. Remove All External Devices

    If you keep external devices such as a smartphone, a USB external drive, mouse, printer and anything else attached to your system while charging, it will take longer for your battery to reach 100%. Make sure you disconnect all of those devices so your system won’t be competing with all the other electronics.

    1. Check Your Connectors for Dirt or Damage

    If your laptop has a modular battery, remove it then check for any damage or to see if it needs cleaning around the contacts and inside the battery compartment. Also, check if there are any dust particles inside the charging port that might be preventing the battery from charging.

    1. Check for BIOS and Chipset Driver Updates

    Sometimes your system might be overdue for an update for components such as your BIOS and Chipset. Updates can help resolve bugs that might be preventing the battery from charging efficiently.

    1. Press and Release Power Button Reset

    Sometimes unknown glitches can prevent the battery from charging. An easy way to fix it is to power down your computer, hold down the power button for 15 to 30 seconds, plug in the AC adapter, then start the computer.

    1. Disable Apps and Check Battery Usage in Windows 10

    Going back to Windows 10 a bit, recently, I noticed my Surface Pro was taking an unusually long time to charge and the fans started to rev up. Little did I notice the culprit was right there on my Taskbar all along. Slack’s Windows client was waiting in an attempt to connect to the Internet. So, checking your apps to determine whats running in the background can help you not only conserve battery life but limit what prevents it from charging faster.

    There are a couple ways to do that. Open Start > Settings > Privacy > Background apps. Scroll down then toggle off the apps that might be preventing your device from reaching a full charge.

    Still in Settings, open System > Battery > Battery usage by app. This will tell you which apps are using the most battery and you can make a decision what to do, whether to let Windows decide if it should run in the background while not sacrificing battery life.

    1. Replace Charger or Battery Module

    Ultimately, if you don’t see any improvements after trying all the above, then it’s maybe best that you replace either the charger or battery itself. This will require contacting your laptop manufacturer and placing an order. Batteries and the chargers are not necessarily cheap, especially if its an older system. But, if you have no choice, its something you will just have to do to get your system back in working order.

    Source....

    https://www.groovypost.com/howto/troubleshoot-b...

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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  5. Anonymous
    2018-06-18T13:49:39+00:00

    Hi,

    This article can help you

    https://www.drivereasy.com/knowledge/fix-laptop...

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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