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Hello,
I have a MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2014). My battery status shows charging when the charger is connected, but the charge percentage isn't increasing. I have reset the SMC, but there is no difference. I recently updated the OS to BigSur Version 11.6.3. I had replaced the battery some months ago. Please help. I have 1% battery, so my laptop goes off unless the charger is connected.
Thanks!
MacBook Air
chriskafa Said:
"Macbook Air battery charge not increasing: [...]I have a MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2014). My battery status shows charging when the charger is connected, but the charge percentage isn't increasing. I have reset the SMC, but there is no difference. I recently updated the OS to BigSur Version 11.6.3. I had replaced the battery some months ago.[...]"
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Troubleshooting Mac Power:
A. Black Mac Screen:
Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support
Using External Devices: Try Resetting the SMC and NVRAM, but this time, using an external keyboard. Connect an external monitor and see if you get an output.
B. Mac Power Issues:
Try a New Charger:
If it is currently charging from a charger, then use a new charger:
C. A Few Links to Refer for Power:
Did you have Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider replace this notebook's battery ... or used a third-party / DIY?
For the latter, where did you get the replacement battery from? After installation, did you charge it to 100%, and then, keep charging it for, at least, two more hours before using it.
Was this an issue immediately after the battery was replaced?
Hi Tesserax and TheLittles, I think I solved the problem. The charger and power port were both dirty. I cleaned them and my laptop is finally charging again. Thanks for your time and replies!
chriskafa Said:
"Macbook Air battery charge not increasing: Hi Tesserax and TheLittles, I think I solved the problem. The charger and power port were both dirty. I cleaned them and my laptop is finally charging again. Thanks for your time and replies!"
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You are welcome.
Where to go from here: Get some canned air, if you want to clean it. Use a microfibre cloth to get dust off.
Thank you for your reply!
Yes, I replaced the battery at an Authorized Service provider. It was some months ago. The problem started only yesterday. I updated the OS the day before.
Macbook Air battery charge not increasing
