Re: [Bug 120258] Re: Laptop Battery Time Remaining Outrageously Inaccurate

2008-10-10 Thread seekortry
For me, the problem resolved when I backed up my home directories and re-installed Ubuntu with the latest ISO. The problem started with the update to Hardy Heron. It was never resolved with any subsequent patches. But it seemed to have been resolved since it works with a fresh install. It is kind o

[Bug 120258] Re: Laptop Battery Time Remaining Outrageously Inaccurate

2008-02-23 Thread seekortry
I have the same problem appear suddenly on my Dell 1420. The battery manager does not work correctly any longer. If I run the laptop on battery power, it will not charge after I plug it back in. Once plugged- in, it says I am fully charged at some percentage (which drops each time I unplug). If I r