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MacBook Pro 14’’ 2021 burning smell

It happened while charging, just switched off with some crackling noise and burning smell.

Can’t switch it on.

Apple support contacted.

Anybody with same or similar experiences?

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Oct 17, 2022 11:57 PM

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Posted on Oct 19, 2022 5:41 AM

miskmark wrote:

It happened while charging, just switched off with some crackling noise and burning smell.
Can’t switch it on.
Apple support contacted.
Anybody with same or similar experiences?


Hardware issues are best dealt with over the counter...



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Oct 19, 2022 5:41 AM in response to miskmark

miskmark wrote:

It happened while charging, just switched off with some crackling noise and burning smell.
Can’t switch it on.
Apple support contacted.
Anybody with same or similar experiences?


Hardware issues are best dealt with over the counter...



Check your coverage

My Support - Official Apple Support


Make an appointment for a "hardware issue"

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Outside the USA

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support



Call Customer Support (800) MY–APPLE (800–692–7753)


or call AppleCare Support at 1-800-APLCARE (800-275-2273)


Outside the USA—Contact Apple for support and service by phone

See a list of Apple phone numbers around the world.

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support




Learn how to get your Mac fixed and how much it will cost. Mac Repair Service Mac Service & Repair - Apple Support


Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support





MacBook Pro 14’’ 2021 burning smell

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