Hello folks
I'll try and be concise but forgive me if it seems rambling as I'm unsure how to coherently list my problem/s.
My V3 (572-746F) battery has been deteriorating for quite some time now. I haven't replaced it as I've been unable to ascertain a recommended supplier and a touch of laziness. I always assumed however that one would be able to operate the device with just the AC power, but I am unable to this (it doesn't work)
Issues have been happening for the last few month in earnest...
It was still charging a minimal amount but would work with the power lead in. Saying that, for 50% of the time it would intermittently beep at me and then show as no input power. It became hit and miss when I wanted it to work and having minimal battery meant that it wouldn't last long with external power. I've played with the lead and couldn't seem to find a loose connection and as it would occasionally still charge I presumed that it may be due to the failing life of the battery or, perhaps the female power input socket.
Anyway, it seems the battery has finally succumbed completely as there is no charge at all now. Here's the rundown
If the battery is not inserted I get no power at all when plugged in.
If the battery is inserted there is no power (as it's kaput perhaps), but when plugging in the power I get a brief orange light for maybe five seconds before it extinguishes and nothing further happens.
As it stands I am now unable to access the laptop to boot it up as all it displays it battery critical.
In light of the above my questions are:
1. Should the laptop work plugged in without a battery present?
2. If not, will a new battery solve the issue. Can anyone recommend a UK trusted supplier of a replacement
3. with the above in mind can anyone offer any other diagnosis or suggestions?
Thanking you advance. I hope that made sense.
Cheers, Si
