[ltp] Linux reports OK for batteries vital signs, but it doesn't work at all

[Richard Neill]

Mark Stosberg wrote:
> Hello,
> 
> I recently received a used X41. The battery worked fine for the first day (at a
> reduced capacity expected for it's age).  Since then, it has not worked at all.
> If unplug power from the wall, the computer is turns off instantly. 

That is pretty common for old Lion batteries to fail in that way. I'd be 
very surprised if this is a Linux-specific issue.

One diagnostic you can attempt is to leave the machine off overnight, 
but charging. Then, unplug from wall, power on, and go into the BIOS. 
See how long it lasts.

Best wishes,

Richard



> 
> Oddly, Linux seems to reporting that everything is fine with the battery, as
> shown below. I can accept if this is just a symptom that the battery needs to
> be replace, but I wanted to check if there's something else I shouldn't be
> considering. This is with Ubuntu Karmic Koala installed (along with the
> KingSpec 32 GB SSD!)
> 
>     Mark
>