Why is my Dell laptop battery plugged in but not charging?

The issue may result from the faulty AC adapter you are using. You can test your laptop battery with another AC adapter and see if it can charge your battery. If the new AC adapter works for you, you should have the original one replaced.

Why does my laptop only turn on when its plugged in?

It might be a connection problem between the battery and the adapter. Whenever your laptop tries to charge the battery, the battery is not going charged, and your laptop thinks there is no battery and it is simply running on power.

Why is my laptop not charging Dell?

Verify the AC Adapter Type in the BIOS options. If the AC adapter type is None – Verify that the ac adapter is connected to the laptop and the wall outlet. If the AC adapter type is Unknown – See the Dell knowledge base article How to Troubleshoot AC Adapter Issues on a Dell Laptop.

Why does my laptop turn off when I unplug the charger?

The most obvious reason for a laptop shutting down immediately after unplugging the power cord is that the battery might have gone bad.

Why does my Dell laptop not charge while plugged in?

Whether the laptop turns on, you want new cord or if you start it again the charging problem possibly because of battery or computer contact with the battery. If the laptop doesn’t have the option to remove the battery, skip this method before, you carry a laptop to the repair service center.

What to do if your laptop is plugged in, but not charging?

Sometimes messing with the power settings can cause your laptop display the message plugged in but not charging. Normally your computer should be able to switch from the different power modes, saving mode, high perfomance mode and balanced without affecting the battery.

What is the problem if my laptop is not charging?

Problems with the hardware are generally the most common reason for it to happen.

How do I know if my Dell laptop is charging?

Check to make sure the battery is in place and turn on the Dell laptop. If the laptop does not turn on, the battery might need a charge. Plug the power supply into an electrical outlet and into the back of the laptop, then wait for the green charging (or power) light to come on.