Encountering the red X on battery icon can be a headache.
It often indicates underlying issues with your rig’s power system.
It probably means there is something wrong with the power system of your rig.
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Here are the details.
you might check your charger for any visible damage.
If your gear charges properly with a different charger, the original adapter should have been corrupted.
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Additionally, dust and debris in the charging port can slow down the charging process.
you might use a small brush to clean the port gently.
Pay attention to avoid using sharp objects that may damage the internal components.
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If the above methods fail to work, test whether your computers battery is properly installed.
Sometimes the battery may be loose for some reason.
This is an efficient way to solve power-related issues.
you could update or reinstall the battery driver to fix it.
To update or reinstall the battery driver, stick to this:
Step 1: Right-clickStartand chooseDevice Manager.
Step 2: Expand theBatteriessection, then right-click onMicrosoft ACPI-Compliant Control Method Batteryand chooseUpdate driverorUninstall gear.
Step 3: If you update the battery driver, clickSearch automatically for driversand follow the on-screen instructions.
If you uninstall it, selectUninstalland wait for it to complete.
Step 4: reset your box to ensure Windows can trigger the updated driver properly.
If you just uninstalled the driver, Windows will install a suitable battery driver for your rig automatically.
How to update rig drivers in Windows 10?
Check the 2 ways to update drivers Windows 10.
Guide for how to update all drivers Windows 10 is also here.
Then you gotta follow the guide to download and load the BIOS update package.
Pay attention to the tips written by the manufacturer to avoid mis-operation.
Additionally, regular maintenance is essential for optimal computer performance.