stuck in power saving mode/mini Mac

tried unplugging mini and monitor several times. still get same results after touching mouse or shift key, power saving mode comes on monitor short of 2 seconds then nothing..I have cycled this numerous times..

Mac mini (2018)

Posted on Jun 2, 2023 12:32 PM

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den.thed

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Jun 2, 2023 1:21 PM in response to Blueyes54

With the monitor connected to the Mac mini. Hold the Mac mini’s power button for 10 to 15 seconds to turn it off, wait a few seconds then press the Mac mini’s power button to turn it back on.

Blueyes54 Author

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Jun 2, 2023 1:35 PM in response to den.thed

tried that several times..wouldn't help

Blueyes54 Author

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Jun 2, 2023 1:40 PM in response to Blueyes54

this time it worked...thanks very much

den.thed

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Jun 2, 2023 2:02 PM in response to Blueyes54

You’re welcome.

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