How do I know if my HP laptop battery has been recalled?
Consumers should immediately visit www.HP.com/go/batteryprogram2018 to see if their battery is included in the recall and for instructions on how to enable “Battery Safety Mode” if their battery is included in the recall.
Why does a laptop charger have 3 wires?
There is two reasons. Remote voltage sense as tony suggests. And because some of these chargers are actually both barrel and center pin, making them have 3 conductors. The third conductor is typically a 1 Wire type data connection, and is used to signal what type of charger is being used.
Is there a recall on hp power cords?
On August 26, 2014, HP announced a worldwide voluntary recall and replacement program in cooperation with various government regulatory agencies for certain AC power cords used with AC adapters shipped with HP and Compaq notebook and mini notebook computers, as well as with AC adapters provided with accessories such as docking stations.
What is the hp battery recall and replacement program?
HP customers affected by this program will be eligible to receive replacement battery services for each verified, affected battery at no cost. In January 2017, HP announced an expansion of its ongoing worldwide voluntary safety recall and replacement program, for certain notebook computer batteries, which was announced in June 2016.
How do I know if my HP laptop power cord is bad?
Check the AC adapter end of the AC power cord for the marking “LS-15” molded into the connector. If you do not have “LS-15” on the connector, the power cord is not affected. Please go to the HP Notebook PC AC Power Cord Replacement Program website to see if the notebook AC power cord is affected.
How do I fix the power cord on my HP laptop?
1 Disconnect the PC notebook or accessory AC adapter AC power cord from the wall outlet or main power supply. 2 Check the AC adapter end of the AC power cord for the marking “LS-15” molded into the connector. 3 Please go to the HP Notebook PC AC Power Cord Replacement Program website to see if the notebook AC power cord is affected.