microsoft smart battery subsystem

[daud432]

I have the problem, using legal final version of Vista Business, up-to-date
patched, on Acer aspire 1681wlmi!
There’s no battery icon or/and settings available. System information shows
“Unknown device†with detailed information “Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded
Controllerâ€, but none default driver works with this device.
Acer/microsoft has no current drivers for batteries or for Windows Vista in
general. It’s really annoying, ‘cos I don’t know how much time I have on
batteries? 20 minutes or 2 hours?
Please, correct this problem ASAP. Thanks a lot.

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

"...correct this problem ASAP. Thanks a lot."
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Did the Acer come with windows Vista?
If so, it is up to Acer to ensure your drivers work properly.
If you upgraded to Windows Vista, then it is possible Acer has decided
not to furnish drivers.
Your resolution if any will have to come from Acer.