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August 9th, 2008 13:00
M 1730 AC Adapter
Hi Guys ....
My M1730 started with it a couple months ago whenever i place my battery to move the machine around and my AC adapter dont charge it....AC Adapter works fine since my machine works fine without battery placed....whenever i put the battery it icon changes on the system bar ... mean the system recognize it ... checked the F2 setup to see what it says " Battery Idle not charged" Adaptor not recognized/unknown....
AC Adapter PA-19 Family
Model DA230PS0-00
S/N ZPW0733022983
any ideas ?
Many Thanks
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Azoth
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August 9th, 2008 23:00
If you are not using the current bios version released 7-31-08 found here
If that doesn't help call tech support or chat in and they will replace the ac adapter or system board.
Good luck.
apkobl
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August 10th, 2008 13:00
Why do you keep "replacing" the battery? I never touch the battery, even though I work on plugged in most of the time.
Is that supposed to prolong battery life?
hjorte
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August 10th, 2008 17:00
Heat and age will shorten battery life. Removing it when running plugged in, will spare it from the heat and therefore it will last longer.
apkobl
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August 11th, 2008 12:00
My XPS M1730 came with an owners manual, which states the following:
For optimal computer performance and to help to preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with the main batter installed at all times.
That might explain the original problem with the computer not recognizings the battery or charger.
I operated my previous laptop, an Inpiron 9200, always or mostly plugged into current and that battery lasted 3 1/2 years.