New MacBook Air charger light blink yellow, green

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New MacBook Air charger light blink yellow, green

I just bought a new MacBook Air 2024 M3.

The first time I charged it (the battery was at 33%) and when I plugged the charger in it blinked orange once and then stayed orange until the computer was charged.

The next day I wanted to check it and it was fully charged so it had charged correctly, but when I plugged the charger in it blinked: green, orange, then green and stayed green after that.

I am a bit worried that something is wrong with my brand new computer :'((

MacBook Air 15″, macOS 14.5

Posted on Jul 5, 2024 12:52 AM

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Ingo2711

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Jul 5, 2024 2:01 AM in response to alma_alma

As long as your adapter does not start to blink continuously, you don't need to worry.

On my MacBook Pro, the adapter is green when I plug it in, then orange, checking if the battery needs to be charged, then green, if it there is no need charging the battery.

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If your battery is charging or charging is on hold, the indicator light glows amber. If the indicator light on the MagSafe 3 connector flashes amber repeatedly, try these steps:

Disconnect the USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable from your Mac and from the power adapter.
Disconnect the USB-C power adapter from the wall outlet.
Use a dry cloth to wipe the MagSafe 3 port and MagSafe 3 connector. Make sure both the port and connector are dry and clear of any debris.
Make sure the USB-C port on the power adapter and the USB-C connector are clear of any debris.
Restart your Mac.
Connect the USB-C power adapter to the wall outlet, connect the USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable to the power adapter and to your Mac, then try charging again.

If the indicator light continues to flash repeatedly, contact Apple.

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copied from: If your MagSafe cable or power adapter isn't working - Apple Support

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