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macbook air won't turn on

screen is black have charger in - nothing


MacBook Air 11″

Posted on Nov 16, 2022 3:17 PM

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Posted on Nov 16, 2022 3:39 PM

According to Apple:

If your Mac doesn't seem to turn on after you press the power button, follow these steps:


  1. Make sure that your Mac is connected to AC power. If it doesn't have a built-in display, make sure that your external display is connected to power, connected to your Mac, and turned on.
  2. Press and hold the power button on your Mac for at least 10 seconds, then release.
  3. Every Mac has a power button. On notebook computers that have Touch ID, press and hold Touch ID.
  4. If you see no change on your Mac, press and release the power button normally.
  5. If your Mac now turns on but stops at some other screen during startup, follow the steps for when your Mac doesn't start up all the way.


If your Mac still doesn't turn on, get live expert assistance by contacting Customer Support by phone or chat:


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Nov 16, 2022 3:39 PM in response to hshimshak

According to Apple:

If your Mac doesn't seem to turn on after you press the power button, follow these steps:


  1. Make sure that your Mac is connected to AC power. If it doesn't have a built-in display, make sure that your external display is connected to power, connected to your Mac, and turned on.
  2. Press and hold the power button on your Mac for at least 10 seconds, then release.
  3. Every Mac has a power button. On notebook computers that have Touch ID, press and hold Touch ID.
  4. If you see no change on your Mac, press and release the power button normally.
  5. If your Mac now turns on but stops at some other screen during startup, follow the steps for when your Mac doesn't start up all the way.


If your Mac still doesn't turn on, get live expert assistance by contacting Customer Support by phone or chat:


Nov 16, 2022 3:29 PM in response to hshimshak

hshimshak Said:

"macbook air won't turn on: screen is black have charger in - nothing"

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Troubleshoot the Mac's 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. This applies to Intel-Based Macs only.

 

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:

 

 

 

 

Nov 16, 2022 10:02 PM in response to hshimshak

There are various reasons that makes the mac system unbootable and you find your mac won’t turn on. However, the issue can be resolved using below DIY methods:

 

1. Ensure your mac has a power

2. Check the hardware

3. Perform a power cycle

4. Reset the SMC

5. Reset PRAM/NVRAM

6. Boot in Safe Mode

7. Restore from Recovery Mode

8. Reinstall macOS

 

Hope this will help!

macbook air won't turn on

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