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Recycling MacBook

I am not able to factory reset my MacBooks before recycling because they do not turn on. What should I do?

Posted on Jul 6, 2022 4:41 PM

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Posted on Jul 6, 2022 7:52 PM

Goldiee_ Said:

"Recycling MacBook : I am not able to factory reset my MacBooks before recycling because they do not turn on. What should I do?"

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Troubleshooting MacBook Pro Power:

As for replacing that battery, that may not be necessary. So, try troubleshooting it...


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 to Power:





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Jul 6, 2022 7:52 PM in response to Goldiee_

Goldiee_ Said:

"Recycling MacBook : I am not able to factory reset my MacBooks before recycling because they do not turn on. What should I do?"

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Troubleshooting MacBook Pro Power:

As for replacing that battery, that may not be necessary. So, try troubleshooting it...


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 to Power:





Jul 6, 2022 7:47 PM in response to Goldiee_

If your Mac doesn't turn on - Apple Support


Note there are two links here you may need to use to finish. One is for Apple support.


There is an almost endless list of ways to physically destroy a Mac at home, but if you're worried about sensitive data, and you still can't start up, the path always leads to an Apple store. And that's for physical repairs or recycling. And recycling ultimately means physical destruction if the Mac is hopeless. So it's kind of a "choose your poison" situation.


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