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17 R5, Startup problems with new replacement battery
Hello,
I bought this Alienware 17 R5 laptop last year and I started noticing that my touch pad was being pushed by something. After reading some forum posts, I determined that the problem was a swollen battery and thus I decided to order a replacement. You can see in the pictures that the old battery was indeed heavily swollen, bulging out basically (very strange for a laptop that is only 1 year old).
After installing the new battery, the touch pad issue was fixed however now I am encountering a different, very strange issue. The laptop will NOT start without the AC adapter plugged in even though the new battery is at 100% (it starts and shows the Alienware logo then there is a clicking sound and then a black screen with the lights on the keyboard still working). It will start normally if the AC adapter is plugged in.
The strange part is that after I login in Windows I can safely remove the AC adapter and the battery will take over and discharge without the laptop turning off. The second I click shutdown the laptop will immediately turn off if it's running without the AC adapter. It will shutdown normally if the AC adapter is plugged.
Any help would be appreciated.
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August 27th, 2020 05:00
BogdenD
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August 27th, 2020 12:00
Hello Berylium,
Thanks for your reply. Unfortunately, there are no Dell spare batteries available for Alienware 17 R5 on their website so I purchased a compatible battery via Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/OUWEE-9NJM1-Compatible-Alienware-Notebook/dp/B0838V5JHJ/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=alienware+17+r5+battery&qid=1598555272&sr=8-5
I tried doing a BIOS updated as you suggest but exactly same problem. Laptop turns on properly ONLY with AC adapter on but manages to run only on battery while Windows is on.
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August 27th, 2020 12:00
The last thing I’d check is the dc in.
i think there’s a ePSA test that can verify if the system is plugged in or not.
The ACPI thing in windows might be the culprit but who knows.
BogdenD
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August 27th, 2020 12:00
Hello,
After pressing F2 to get to the BIOS, I went to "Battery Health" and saw this "The battery is functioning normally."
Very strange issue indeed. I also tried running Support Assist and no issues were found yet I am unable to get to Windows if the AC isn't plugged in.
ejn63
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August 27th, 2020 12:00
Does the system recognize the battery (F2 at powerup to check)? If not, you'll need to take that up with your supplier.
If you're looking for an OEM battery:
https://www.parts-people.com/index.php?action=item&id=23857
fuj1w4r4
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August 7th, 2021 07:00
Hi @BogdenD
My Alienware 17R5 have the exact issue just like what you described. I replaced the battery on 7.8.2021.
I tried to boot up using Ubuntu OS but failed, it seems not software level issue but could be hardware issue. I tried update chipset, bios, reinstall AC Adapter in device manager, but the problem is still persist.
As of today, did you managed to fix this?
crimsom
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August 7th, 2021 12:00
Hi @fuj1w4r4 this thread is a year old and continues to await a solution. Please start a new thread. Your opening post can include similar to link this thread, if it helps. Thank you.
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November 26th, 2021 14:00
I also have this problem after installing: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FT4TLMP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The original battery was 68Wh@15.2V and the new battery is 99Wh@11.4V. So it may have something to do with the voltage level. I would have thought a BIOS update would have fixed it but it did not.
I have not found a solution and I am going to try to purchase a Dell original battery from NewEgg. If that does not work then I will by a replacement 68Wh.
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December 3rd, 2021 08:00
They should automatically be compatible because both are made for the Alienware 17 R5. I upgraded my 15 R4 to the 99Wh Battery from the 68Wh and its fine.