601 BATTERY ALERT ERROR

[SusSmith]

Hi. I was away for a month and when I came back and started up the computer I got the 601 battery alert message. Ive tried updating BIOS and I did the battery test in diagnostic hardware. The component test says FAILED. Battery is 3 years old and battery detail says Charge capacity is 15 %, Battery status: replace and Charge state: Blown fuse. What can I do? Replacing battery the only option?

[Dragon-Fur]

@SusSmith 

Three year old battery in a consumer machine (any consumer model notebook) is a candidate for replacement even were it not showing a failure message.

So, yes - it is time to replace the battery.

Generally, the procedure is not difficult and replacement can be done for the cost of the battery.

Run Component Tests – How to

TKB Article contributed by HP Wes_notebooks 

Clear and easy to understand "how-to" instructions for completing component testing

Testing for Hardware Failures

TKB Article contributed by HP Expert Erico

What is going on with the battery installed in my computer?

Battery Report and other solutions

Is your notebook plugged in and not charging?

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Replacement and Purchase Options

HP Document:  HP Notebook PCs - Purchasing a Replacement Battery

Find your Product

See:  HP Notebook PCs - How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?

Find Parts and Replacement Procedure

• Open Support Home >> Enter the full model name
• When the website opens, select category Manuals
• Look for and open the Maintenance and Service guide for your computer (document name varies)
• Search for “Battery” >> Read the chapter on Replacement Procedures

NOTES  

1. The exact name of the service document varies, though usually the word "service" or "maintenance" is included in the name. 
2. The "Service Guide" and "User Guide" are not the same documents.

• Part numbers and replacement procedure are listed in the component replacement section (wording varies)

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Good Reference

HP Collection of “how-to” videos - Battery

HP Video Gallery

Use Categories and / or enter your request in the search bar to narrow the search. 

Examples,

Select Category Computing and Mobile Devices > Battery and Power

or

Select Category Computing and Mobile Devices > Parts Replacement and Upgrades

Search for replace battery or replace battery x360

Select and watch your Video

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Find / Check for parts at PartSurfer / HP Parts Store

PartSurfer might be able to tell you exactly which parts came with your device.

Open PartSurfer

• Select your Country
• Enter the device Product Number , Serial Number, or Part Number in the Quick Search box
• HINT: To see a system-specific list, replace the Product Number with your device Serial Number
• Items accompanied by a tiny box in the Add-to-Cart column are available for purchase

Parts marked as "n/a" are not available from HP.

Parts marked as available for purchase might be available from:  HP Parts Store

OR

If HP does not provide the part for retail purchase,

Use your search engine to find a compatible replacement at your favorite online store.

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When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

Open Support Home

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[SusSmith]

Thanx  I did not know battery life was so short. Last one lasted for 7 years 🙂 Different brand though. Will purchase a new battery so.

[Dragon-Fur]

@SusSmith 

You are welcome.

I think battery technology has room for improvement.

Smiling.

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