Dell Inspiron N5010 laptop — boots to BIOS, AC adapter included, battery fault

Dell Inspiron N5010 laptop offered with the included AC adapter and visible service tag — a clear working chassis that powers on to BIOS but shows a battery identification error. Photos show the Inspiron badges, Windows 7 and Intel stickers, the underside service tag and the BIOS message: “The battery cannot be identified. This system will be unable to charge this battery.” The supplied mains adapter powers the unit and the display lights to BIOS for inspection.

This is a practical lot for a technician, IT refurbisher or parts buyer who needs a complete Inspiron shell, charger and working motherboard/display for repair projects or spares. Good for anyone restoring an older Dell, harvesting parts (keyboard, screen, chassis, palmrest, hinge assembly) or using the unit on mains power in a workshop, test bench or training environment.

– Included: Dell Inspiron N5010 laptop, mains AC adapter/charger (as pictured).
– Condition: Used — visible surface scratches, scuffs and sticker wear; general wear consistent with age.
– Measurements: Not provided.
– Working status: Powers on with adapter; boots to BIOS and displays battery warning message.
– Known faults: BIOS reports battery cannot be identified and battery will not charge; battery fitted but faulty.
– Notes: Internal storage drive presence/OS state unknown (not tested). Service tag visible on base.