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My hp mini netbook showing message "Plugged in, not charging " with 0 % available on battery icon. Please list the possible issues and solution.
Thanx a lot.

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Short diagnostic summary and ordered checklist (expanded from and ): the message "Plugged in, not charging — 0% available" usually comes from one of four things: the AC adapter (wrong/weak or faulty), a bad connector/DC jack, a dead battery, or a failed charging circuit on the mainboard. Start with the easy, reversible checks and only move to repairs after you get test results. (support.microsoft.com)

Quick practical sequence to follow (fast to slow, cheap to expensive):

  • Confirm the adapter label (voltage and amp/watt rating) and try a known-good, same‑spec adapter if possible — some adapters supply power to run the netbook but not enough current to charge the battery.
  • Inspect the barrel/USB-C jack and battery contacts for bent pins, debris, or a loose connector. If you have a multimeter, check the adapter output (adapter plugged into the wall but unplugged from the laptop) across tip-to-sleeve for the rated DC voltage. If unsure, take the adapter to a shop for a quick voltage check. (ifixit.com)

If the adapter and port look OK, do these software/hardware resets next:

  • Do a power reset: shut down, remove battery (if removable) and AC, hold power button ~15–20s, then reconnect and boot.
  • In Windows Device Manager remove (uninstall) the "Microsoft ACPI‑Compliant Control Method Battery" entry and then restart so it reinstalls. These two steps often clear misreported states. Also try a forced restart if available. (support.microsoft.com)

Gather data and decide next steps:

  • Create a Windows battery report with the command powercfg /batteryreport and read the "Installed batteries" and capacity history to see if the pack is at or near zero design capacity. If available, run the vendor diagnostics (HP/UEFI or Support Assistant) and note any failure IDs—those tell you whether the battery or the charging circuit failed. If diagnostics say "replace battery" or you measure 0V at the battery, replace the pack; if the adapter measures correct voltage but the battery still won’t accept charge, the charging circuitry (board) may need service. (tomshardware.com)

Safety and next steps: avoid soldering or board‑level repair unless experienced; if the laptop is under warranty or the battery is internal, contact the vendor or an authorized shop and give them the diagnostics/failure ID. If DIY, replace the adapter first (cheap), then the battery; only after that consider board repair. (ifixit.com)

Useful references: Microsoft troubleshooting for “plugged in, not charging” (driver + restart steps) — https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/surface/surface-battery-won-t-charge-or-surface-won-t-run-on-battery-1886ca81-2516-2a44-4dfe-a879102a2278.
How to get a Windows battery report — https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/battery-health-report-windows.
Multimeter / replacement-battery troubleshooting examples — https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/867608/New+Ifixit+battery+not+charging+past+0%25.

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It could be that your power adapter is not providing enough power to your computer for it to charge the battery. Or your power adapter is somewhat broken (like the connector) and isn't conducting enough electricty and isn't able to charge your computer. Or loads of others possiblities. What I'd suggest is see if your computer charges with the power off, and if it doesn't, see if you can obtain a new power adapter or chord.

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yo ucouls use a multiMeterr t ochek and see if power adapter is working ,if you dona't have a multimeter you could take your power adapter to a repair shope and have them check to see if its putting power to the TIP

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thankx for the suggestions.......

but are you sure that there is no problem with battery and charging IC ?

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but are you sure that there is no problem with battery and charging IC

yeah. you battery is toast ,iam positive of that ,

actually i have no way of knowing what your problem is ,had to tell from a distance

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