old MacBook Air won't start

tried turning power on and immediately pressing command and R simultaneously but didnt start


Posted on Aug 6, 2023 7:05 PM

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Posted on Aug 6, 2023 7:08 PM

Gary Rademacher Said:

"old MacBook Air won't start: tried turning power on and immediately pressing command and R simultaneously but didnt start"

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Troubleshoot the Mac's Power:

A. Black Mac Screen:

Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support

Using External Monitors: 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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Aug 6, 2023 7:08 PM in response to Gary Rademacher

Gary Rademacher Said:

"old MacBook Air won't start: tried turning power on and immediately pressing command and R simultaneously but didnt start"

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Troubleshoot the Mac's Power:

A. Black Mac Screen:

Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support

Using External Monitors: 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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