Battery Won't Charge When Computer is Powered Down

Hello,
recently I baught a new replacement battery for my powerbook. However, the battery only charges when the computer up and running. Not in sleep mode or when shut down.
Thanks for any help!
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Mac OS X (10.4.8)

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My battery has stopped taking charge when my late 09 MBP is open, this is a recent thing thinking synically is is after I've updated to 10.8.5 which I hope has not played a part.
My batttery has a Cycle Count of 1223 which i've read is very good, I';m using a non apple charger now but this has been fine.
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I've ordered a new battery of ebay as I have tried another apple charger and the same thing happens.
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bjkirkham wrote:
My batttery has a Cycle Count of 1223 which i've read is very good, I';m using a non apple charger now but this has been fine.
You have done better than the 'up to 1000 cycles' that Apple advertises, thus have no cause for complaint. A new battery is in order. Using a non-Apple charger is not a wise choice. All too often they create problems and can have adverse affects on your MBP.
I've ordered a new battery of ebay as I have tried another apple charger and the same thing happens.
Again a questionable proposition. There have been too many tales of woe from users installing batteries from e-bay. Some last a month, some a week, some a day or two and some simply don't work. Yes Apple batteries are expensive, but you do get a warranty and a company that will back it up.
Luck has been with you so far. I hope it continues.
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