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The discussion centers on a computer that unexpectedly powered off and failed to turn back on, with the battery not charging while plugged in. Users concluded that both the battery and power cord may be malfunctioning, especially given the computer's age of over five years. Options for data transfer include using an external drive adapter, which costs approximately $30, rather than removing the hard drive to connect it as a slave. The conversation also highlights that some computers can operate without a battery, relying solely on the power supply.

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Hi,
So, PC powered of all the sudden, wont power on. Battery had not been charging when PC was plugged in. So, can I conclude neither battery nor power cord are working well? I guess my options for doing something to have battery recharge are limited, given PC won't power on. Do I have any option to transfer data to a new PC other than removing the drive and connecting it as a slave to a new PC?
 
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It could be just the charging unit. It's likely that the computer runs off the battery and the charging unit recharges the battery. Some computers had a scheme where they could run with no battery.

How old is it? I think five years or more would indicate battery too.

Without a charge, you'll need to remove the HD and get an adapter to use it as an external drive for backup or you can start a fresh new life without any baggage computer files. I think the adapter kits are about $30 or so.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0969H82M2/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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Thanks, suddenly PC works while plugged, but battery still not charging. But PC itself , through USB, is charging the phone. I suspect the charging pod of the phone charger is not working.
 

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