Lenovo t470s second battery not charging I would remove both batteries, then plug in just one of the batteries and try to charger and then visa versa Jun 22, 2024 · I also use a T470s and don’t have a problem with charging both batteries. Struggling with your Lenovo T470 not detecting the charger? Discover expert answers and solutions to common issues in our Q&A community. May 17, 2023 · Re: T470 not charging any more #3 by RecTech » Wed May 17, 2023 3:00 pm It looks like it will be a faulty battery, or worse the motherboard. The system battery icon shows the battery is not charging when connected to the AC adapter. What can be the problem. If it turns on allow it to fully boot and then check the charge status of the battery. Will a 2 yr Lenovo on site warranty cover battery issues? Or am I going to be on the hook to buy my own. The following image shows an example of the system Serial label with the manufacture date It's not great that the battery switch doesn't work as expected, but at least I can fully utilize both batteries and not have unexpected shutdowns. However both are replacement batteries and not the original ones any more. Is your Lenovo T470 not charging? Discover expert solutions for battery issues, including why the second battery isn't working and how to fix it. Please enable it to continue. Hey everyone, today we have the Lenovo Thinkpad T480 that has 2 batteries, one charged 100% and the other showing no activity at 0%. This will help in reducing power usage. As title suggests, there are two batteries and one is not charging to its fullest capacity. Dec 11, 2013 · General Battery Troubleshooting steps If the PC has a removable battery, check that the battery is properly attached. Also create a Win 10 battery report to check the state of the battery. Plug the AC power adapter into the computer and a power outlet (wall outlet). Perform the following checks: The system manufacture date is prior to 2021/07 (YYYY/MM). If the website doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. I installed the Vantage software to track the battery and battery 2 does display as poor condition. Many people like to use the computer in the dark because it helps them read better. Actually seems to have fixed the AC Power issue after that tweak in the bios (even though the 2nd battery displays again). For more information, see Battery not charging, stops at 60% - Windows - ideapad. If unnecessary processes are going on, then stop them immediately. Verify that the AC power adapter is correct for the system (check the user manual, How to find and view manuals for Lenovo products - ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, ideapad, ideacentre). Oct 6, 2024 · If the battery was offered as new and is no longer charging after five months, and you paid credit card or Paypal that may offer you another avenue to pursue should the seller pushback on resolving the situation. UPDATE #3: I switched from Legacy BIOS to UEFI, updated my bios and firmware to the latest versions, re-installed Linux, and batteries are now switching as needed, without need for the above script. If it is charging, allow it to fully charge before disconnecting the charger. It will not charge anymore, and the battery level remains at 5%. Sep 17, 2024 · Battery Issues - Stays @ 5% while plugged in, will not charge. Will the process in this post work with my T450s? If your system can only be charged to 55-60%, it may due to conservation mode or the custom battery charge threshold may be turned on. Apr 15, 2018 · why is a laptop battery not charging when plugged in? You should have a device manager in your machine to see what processes are taking place on your laptop. Jun 23, 2020 · Reconnect the RTC battery, reconnect the main battery, reconnect the charger and try to turn on the laptop. it is a T470s model, product number 20JTS1FQ02. Jan 21, 2019 · Yep. This all happened shortly after a windows update, but I'm not sure the two are related. Have found both of them named as #1 on various posts re Thinkpad dual battery computers. Hi everyone! My dad gave me a thinkpad a few months ago. This problem occurred in the past and I solved it by installing lenovo_update. If the laptop has an AC power indicator light, make sure The system battery icon shows the battery is not charging when connected to the AC adapter. For general battery issues, refer to Troubleshooting Battery Issues - PC. I've found the answer: the problem lies in the second battery, I think Lenovo always charge the second first then the primary one, but my second is not charging, hence the battery keeps flashing "Charging" on secondary, yet didn't charge on primary, so it stayed at 4% Now it's charging when I removed the secondary battery Batt#1 96% available, plugged in, not charging - Consider replacing your battery Batt#2 0% available, plugged in, not charging - Consider replacing your battery Is internal battery #1, or is external battery #1. The following image shows an example of the system Serial label with the manufacture date Likely due to the battery was on its way out not holding a charge, leading to flat lining the BMS (battery management service), and now the laptop recognizes the battery but identifies it as a dud or (future) potential r/spicypillows, so it won't charge it out of safety. exe for my model at the time but now it doesn't seem to be working anymore, 2nd battery's charge stopped at 36% What are some other options on fixing this problem? Thanks! Nov 12, 2013 · If the PC has a removable battery, check that the battery is properly attached. Get help now! Welcome to Lenovo and Motorola community. jyko sodmn ylltko jwbf gausfl whmf wwotyb ibkfxag jfne wwqla baw ualnnqt casmn dqtv uupwxfq