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My MacBook turns on for a few seconds then it turns off. I NEED HELP

whenever I press the power button to turn my MacBook on, it turns on for 2 seconds then it turn back off.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.4

Posted on Oct 18, 2023 9:10 PM

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Posted on Oct 18, 2023 10:08 PM

chanté96 Said:

"My MacBook turns on for a few seconds then it turns off. I NEED HELP: whenever I press the power button to turn my MacBook on, it turns on for 2 seconds then it turn back off."

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Troubleshooting Mac Power:

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.


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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Oct 18, 2023 10:08 PM in response to chanté96

chanté96 Said:

"My MacBook turns on for a few seconds then it turns off. I NEED HELP: whenever I press the power button to turn my MacBook on, it turns on for 2 seconds then it turn back off."

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Troubleshooting Mac Power:

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.


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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