Battery health indicates the amount of charge that is available to a system. In general, a battery’s health decreases over time at a rate that depends on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used.
Battery health is indicated using the heart icon followed by a set of four circular icons. The number of circular icons that are filled indicates the battery health.
Code | Description |
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Excellent — Battery is operating at maximum capacity. | |
Good — Battery can charge normally; however, you may notice reduced operating time because long-term battery life is decreasing. | |
Fair — Battery can charge normally; however, it is near the end of its usable life. It is recommended that you purchase a new battery soon. | |
Poor — Battery no longer provides sufficient power. It is recommended that you replace this battery. | |
Battery no longer operates, or battery status cannot be determined. It is recommended that you replace the battery. |
NOTE: Health information is available only if the Dell batteries are attached to your system.