VAIO VGN SZ110 Doesn't See the Battery

[UUVGuy]

I have a lightly used Sony VAIO VGN SZ110 laptop that runs great except for the fact that it doesn't recognize or see the battery. Unplugging it has the same result as if you unplugged a desktop. The battery icon in the task bar shows no battery preset.

There is a brand new battery in the computer so I don't think it's the battery. The person I got this from said that tech support at Sony said the MB had to be replaced. However, if there is another solution, I can solder on PC boards as well as do other major repairs to electronic gear. Any suggestions are welcome.

TIA

 

[Grenage]

It is most likely the recharge circuit, or a bad contact. You're best off just testing all the components you can. If it's lightly used, is it not covered by warranty?

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[UUVGuy]

Warranty is long over. When the laptop stopped recognizing its battery and a new Sony replacement, the previous owner shelved it in disgust and bought a Toshiba. It's been sitting for about a year.
I like the computer since it runs circles around my older HP P4 monster, but it seems that Sony has a known issue with this problem, but fails to recognize it.
It also appears that not only are Sony Vaio's expensive to buy, but their parts are expensive as well. Even used.

 

[kjv1611]

Yeah, that's one thing that's helped me steer clear of Sony's. Their battery prices are sky high compared to most other laptops.

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