HP Laptop Battery Not Charging (Plugged In, Not Charging)

 

Possible Causes:

• Faulty battery or power adapter.
• Outdated battery firmware.

Solutions:

1. Perform Battery Reset:

   • Disconnect the charger, remove the battery (if removable), press the power button for 15 seconds, then reconnect everything.

2. Run Battery Diagnostic Tool:

   • Use the HP Battery Check tool in HP Support Assistant to determine battery health.

3. Update Battery Driver:

   • Open Device Manager, expand Batteries, and update the Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Control Method Battery driver.

4. Replace the Battery:

   • If diagnostics reveal poor battery health, replace it with a genuine HP battery.