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If your laptop or device shows "plugged in, not charging," there are a few common solutions you can try to fix the issue:
1. Check the Power Adapter and Cable
- Ensure that the power adapter and charging cable are properly plugged in and not damaged. Try using a different power outlet to rule out any issues with the socket.
- If possible, test the adapter with another device to see if it's working.
2. Restart Your Device
- Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the problem. This can refresh the system and resolve minor glitches.
3. Unplug and Replug the Battery (for laptops with removable batteries)
- Step 1: Shut down your device.
- Step 2: Remove the battery.
- Step 3: Hold down the power button for 15-30 seconds to discharge any remaining power.
- Step 4: Re-insert the battery and power up the device.
4. Update or Reinstall Battery Drivers
- Go to Device Manager (you can search it in the Start menu) and look for Batteries.
- Right-click on Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Control Method Battery and select Update driver. If updating doesn’t work, try Uninstalling the driver, then restart your device, and it will automatically reinstall.
5. Check Power Settings
- On Windows, go to Control Panel > Power Options and make sure your power settings are correctly configured. Sometimes, power plans can cause issues with charging.
6. Calibrate the Battery
- Some devices require battery calibration. To do this, fully discharge the battery until the device shuts down, then fully charge it again without interruption.
7. Try a Different Charging Port (if applicable)
- If your device has more than one charging port, try using another one to see if that solves the issue.
8. Perform a Battery Health Check
- Many laptops have built-in diagnostics. Run these checks to see if your battery has any hardware issues.
9. Reset the System Management Controller (SMC) (for MacBooks)
- Step 1: Shut down your MacBook.
- Step 2: Press and hold Shift + Control + Option on the left side of your keyboard and the power button simultaneously for 10 seconds.
- Step 3: Release all keys and the power button, then turn your MacBook back on.
10. Replace the Battery
- If none of the above steps help, your battery might be old or defective. In this case, you may need to replace the battery.
Give these steps a try, and hopefully, it will resolve the issue!
1. Check the Power Adapter and Cable
- Ensure that the power adapter and charging cable are properly plugged in and not damaged. Try using a different power outlet to rule out any issues with the socket.- If possible, test the adapter with another device to see if it's working.
2. Restart Your Device
- Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the problem. This can refresh the system and resolve minor glitches.3. Unplug and Replug the Battery (for laptops with removable batteries)
- Step 1: Shut down your device.- Step 2: Remove the battery.
- Step 3: Hold down the power button for 15-30 seconds to discharge any remaining power.
- Step 4: Re-insert the battery and power up the device.
4. Update or Reinstall Battery Drivers
- Go to Device Manager (you can search it in the Start menu) and look for Batteries.- Right-click on Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Control Method Battery and select Update driver. If updating doesn’t work, try Uninstalling the driver, then restart your device, and it will automatically reinstall.
5. Check Power Settings
- On Windows, go to Control Panel > Power Options and make sure your power settings are correctly configured. Sometimes, power plans can cause issues with charging.6. Calibrate the Battery
- Some devices require battery calibration. To do this, fully discharge the battery until the device shuts down, then fully charge it again without interruption.7. Try a Different Charging Port (if applicable)
- If your device has more than one charging port, try using another one to see if that solves the issue.8. Perform a Battery Health Check
- Many laptops have built-in diagnostics. Run these checks to see if your battery has any hardware issues.9. Reset the System Management Controller (SMC) (for MacBooks)
- Step 1: Shut down your MacBook.- Step 2: Press and hold Shift + Control + Option on the left side of your keyboard and the power button simultaneously for 10 seconds.
- Step 3: Release all keys and the power button, then turn your MacBook back on.
10. Replace the Battery
- If none of the above steps help, your battery might be old or defective. In this case, you may need to replace the battery.Give these steps a try, and hopefully, it will resolve the issue!