Broken Powerstrip Connector Clip Question and Power Start Issues

[tropics4]

I have an HP-R132wm Pentium Notebook. Product #K7W77UA. 

When I was taking it apart to test the charge input my charger input jack on both ends, I accidentally broke the clip that holds the powerstrip because I did not realize it was a clip that I pop up before I pull the strip out, so when I pulled it, the tiny black clip broke. I was able to place the strip back in the powerstrip insert, and I placed a piece of scotch tape over it in order to hold it secure.  Does this clip need to be on the insert in order for the strip to make a connection? 

Also, I tested my charger which is working perfectly,  and I tested my charger port entry and exit to make sure it was receiving a charge from the charger and it was working perfectly as well. 

Since the new battery replacement will not turn on the laptop, I am wondering what else it could be. 

You can find more spec info on this link: https://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-15-R132WM-Intel-Pentium-N3540-X4-2-16GHz-4GB-500GB-DVD-RW-15-6-Win8-1-...

Thank you! 

[The_Fossette]

@tropics4

I reviewed your post and I understand that the battery is not getting charged and the power strip clip is broken.

Don’t worry, I assure you I will try my best to get this sorted.

Can you share a picture of the power strip clip you are referring to?

For the battery charging issue, I recommend you update the BIOS from the below link and check if it helps.

https://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp88501-89000/sp88925.exe

Let me know how it goes and you have a great day!

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