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My macbook (late 2009) is not booting up

My macbook (late 2009) is not booting up and I don’t know why..

Posted on Feb 12, 2022 7:23 AM

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Posted on Feb 12, 2022 10:43 AM

..Stemontu:


Any indications of an attempt to start up?


Some noises, are often involved if power

is added; or none, if the hardware is inert.


"Learn what to do if your Mac starts up to a blank screen, such as an empty gray, black, or blue screen."


Other screens may appear to give clues on status.

• If your Mac doesn't start up all the way - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204156


• How to Fix a Mac or MacBook That's Not Turning On - MacWorld UK (w/ ads?)

https://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/wont-turn-on-boot-3423817/


..An older MacBook from Late 2009 may have a failed hard drive..


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Feb 12, 2022 10:43 AM in response to Stemontu

..Stemontu:


Any indications of an attempt to start up?


Some noises, are often involved if power

is added; or none, if the hardware is inert.


"Learn what to do if your Mac starts up to a blank screen, such as an empty gray, black, or blue screen."


Other screens may appear to give clues on status.

• If your Mac doesn't start up all the way - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204156


• How to Fix a Mac or MacBook That's Not Turning On - MacWorld UK (w/ ads?)

https://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/wont-turn-on-boot-3423817/


..An older MacBook from Late 2009 may have a failed hard drive..


Feb 12, 2022 10:41 AM in response to Stemontu

Reset the SMC:

  1. Shut down the computer.
  2. Disconnect the MagSafe power adapter from the computer, if it's connected.
  3. Remove the battery - if it is user removable.
  4. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.
  5. Release the power button.
  6. Reconnect the battery and MagSafe power adapter.
  7. Press the power button to turn on the computer.


If there is any expansion seen of the case from where the battery would go on an all in one unit, if the battery is not removable, bring to an authorized service center to have the battery disconnected.

My macbook (late 2009) is not booting up

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