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MacBook Pro - trackpad making weird noise.

is there anything I can try to stop the loud crackling/static noise coming from the track pad on my Mac.

It is quite old so I may just be needing an upgrade as it won’t accept software updates anymore either.

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.0

Posted on Nov 1, 2022 4:00 AM

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Posted on Nov 1, 2022 5:33 AM

Rachel1055 wrote:

is there anything I can try to stop the loud crackling/static noise coming from the track pad on my Mac.
It is quite old so I may just be needing an upgrade as it won’t accept software updates anymore either.


In or out of warranty you can get a free over the counter 'Apple Service Diagnostics' test /assessment

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



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Nov 1, 2022 5:33 AM in response to Rachel1055

Rachel1055 wrote:

is there anything I can try to stop the loud crackling/static noise coming from the track pad on my Mac.
It is quite old so I may just be needing an upgrade as it won’t accept software updates anymore either.


In or out of warranty you can get a free over the counter 'Apple Service Diagnostics' test /assessment

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



MacBook Pro - trackpad making weird noise.

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