My chromebook (lenovo chromebook s330) won't charge unless bending the charger upwards in its port very firmly, obviously this isn't working as intended and I can't just make do because it'll damage the charger. Is there any way I could fix it at home without having to take it to a shop (I'm quarantining at the moment)? I know this is a longshot but is there anything I could try to do to fix it without the screwdrivers required to take it apart? Even a band aid fix would be helpful. I've thought about maybe wrapping the end of the charger with aluminum foil (we used to do that to make AAA batteries into AA's when I was a kid), but I figured I'd ask here first and not risk short circuiting the battery or something. Show
The Chromebooks of today are both powerful and resilient. It is very rare to run into a battery issue with one, but sometimes it happens. So what can you do when your Chromebook is not charging? How can you fix a Chromebook that won’t charge? Here are 9 tips and tricks to fix a Chromebook with a charging problem. We know it is important for you to get your device back up and running. 1. Check the wall adapter for damageThe Chromebook wall adapters are large, rectangular adapters that have the charging cord coming out one end, with an extra layer of insulation at the base of the wire. Then you have the prongs and the casing. Check all of these components methodically.
2. Run an AC Adapter charge verificationChromebooks come with a neat feature that allows you to check whether or not the AC adapter is sending current to your computer. Ensure the wall adapter is plugged in and that the working charging cord is plugged into your Chromebook’s charging port securely.
If your AC adapter is working, even if not indicated elsewhere, a message saying “Battery is charging” will appear. If it does not, then the AC adapter is not providing current at all. The message would show up even for the slightest current. 3. Check the charging cord for damageA damaged charging cord can cause your Chromebook to have trouble charging. It can also be a fire and electrocution hazard. It is very important to check over your charging cord on a regular basis.
4. Check the charging port on the Chromebook for damage or debrisIf the AC adapter and the connected cord are damage-free and in good working order, you can move on to checking the charging port for damage or debris.
5. Check your outlet for power and securitySometimes the most obvious solution is the right solution. In this case, maybe your base power source is not working properly. It is important to ensure a properly working power supply in order to charge any device.
6. Check for LED malfunctionWhen you plug your Chromebook in the LED light should light up to indicate charging. The light should be an amber color. If you do not see the light turn on, wait a few moments and look again. There is a possibility that the Chromebook is so dead that no lights will work. Wait 30 minutes and check the LED light again. If it is now amber, your Chromebook is charging. If the bottom of the Chromebook is heating up but the light is not on, unplug the Chromebook for safety. 7. Restart the ChromebookSometimes the easiest answer is to turn something off and back on again. This will shut the whole system down, along with the hardware, and allow it to rest for a moment.
8. Hard reset the ChromebookChromebooks have made it easy to perform a hard reset, otherwise known as an Embedded Controller Reset. Hard resets often reset all settings, both software, and hardware.
9. Contact the manufacturerChromebooks are manufactured by a variety of tech companies. Each company has its own warranty and repair policies. Each one can be contacted by both phone number and website. You can find all of the contact information for various companies on the web at
If you're having a problem with your Chromebook hardware or operating system, try the steps below. Test your Chromebook after each step to see if the problem is fixed. If you're still having trouble after trying these steps, contact your Chromebook manufacturer. Hardware problemsBattery won't charge
First, check that:
If your Chromebook still won't charge:
If the battery still won't charge, reset your Chromebook hardware. Bluetooth doesn't work
If Bluetooth still doesn't work, contact the manufacturer of your Bluetooth device for more help. Camera doesn't work Can't connect to monitor Keyboard doesn't work Sound doesn't work
If you're still having trouble after trying these steps, contact your Chromebook manufacturer. Touchpad doesn't work Touchscreen doesn't workSystem problems"ChromeOS is missing or damaged"Learn how to fix the "ChromeOS is missing or damaged" error. Chromebook crashes or freezes Chromebook is slow Chromebook turns off, then back on, over and over again Chromebook won't turn on or won't charge
First, check if the battery is charging by plugging your Chromebook into a power outlet. (Usually, you'll see a light turn on.) If your Chromebook is charging, let it charge for at least 30 minutes. If it still won't turn on, recover your Chromebook. If your Chromebook still isn't charging:
If these steps don't fix the problem, reset your Chromebook. System update causes error System update won't downloadWebpage problems"Aw, snap!"
Learn about how to fix the "Aw, snap!" error. Tabs refresh constantly
Your Chromebook might be running low on memory. To fix this problem:
Tip: Use Diagnostics to troubleshoot your issue with memory. If you still have trouble after these steps, contact your Chromebook manufacturer. Webpage won't open
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