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Ok, I haven't spilled water yet however, I just wanted to prepare for the accident so I don't have to lose my valuable investment.
I have done some research however, there were some controversies so I came to ask for the best answer from the Apple Support Communities people.
So what is the best course of action when spilled water on MBP keyboard?
MacBook Pro (13-inch Late 2011), Mac OS X (10.7.3)
A water balloon popped on my MacBook Pro, at first the sound went and now it won't turn on, I am currently trying to dry it out but all that happens is it either has a black screen with a picture of a folder with a question mark, or just a black screen that is on
It's so unacceptable that in 2017 apple does not make MacBooks spill resistant. I've definitely purchased my last mac until they can take their eyes off manufacuring profit and try to solve everyday users problems again
moretougher wrote:
It's so unacceptable that in 2017 apple does not make MacBooks spill resistant. I've definitely purchased my last mac until they can take their eyes off manufacuring profit and try to solve everyday users problems again
Spill water on any electronic device and see how resistant it is. Spilled water is not an "everyday users problem". Anyone who uses a computer, or any other electronic product should know not to have any liquids in vicinity of the device. Apple can not prevent user carelessness.
Turn it off and take it to apple and have them look at it...
Water + Electronics = short in the circuit somewhere....
Turning it on might cause more damage if some parts inside your Macbook is still wet - why take a chance...
You can also buy one of those keyboard skins to keep water from getting inside....
how about taking actions when spilling water? like putting the macbook upside down?
There have been lots of posts about water (and worse) spilled on Mac portables. Turning upside down, covering the computer with uncooked rice and many other "cures" have been posted but, most of the time, fail to prevent damage, even if only "pure water" is the invader. The damage is done when the water hits the live logic board, so the usual interventions only prolong the inevitible--a complete rebuild or a new computer.
The bottom line is that , in the majority of cases, the computer is ruined, or the repair cost would almost buy a new one.
The absolute best proactive step is to have homeowners'/renters' insurance that covers accidental damage to computer equipment. AppleCare does not. Get a deductible low enough that you can cash-flow the deductible.
Other things to consider "before the fact":
---Don't eat or drink near your laptop.
---Don't let friends eat or drink near your laptop. Hide the computer when they come to visit.
---If you have friends with IQs lower than the legal speed limit in the US, give them a blessing and then go find some smarter friends.
---If you have a cat, be aware that many cats see an open notebook computer as a drop-off station for biological samples. At best they find the keyboard to be a warm place to sleep. Keep the lid shut, even if you walk away from the computer for only a few minutes. Most computer techs will not even look at a compuer that's been fouled by a pet; they view it as a biohazard.
My homeowner's addendum for my $1800 MBP is $40/year. Cheap insurance (literally) against accidents.
is it apple certified?
Not sure what you mean by "Apple certified".
But my agent has the receipt and says I will get replacement value as a check if a claim is filed.
I mean is the insurance provided by Apple?
jykim0806 wrote:
I mean is the insurance provided by Apple?
Apple do not offer Accidental Damage insurance, your home insurer does.
Can you recommend any of them?
The warranty that comes with the Mac for a year, and that can be extended for two more by purchasing AppleCare, covers manufacturing defects. A screen gone bad, a drive that dies by itself (not after being knocked off the 3rd. floor balcony), the battery that fails to hold a charge, etc. Not user misuse, peeing cats or any other similar hazard.
"Can you recommend any of them?"
Why don't you contact your home owners insurance company and ask what coverage they have for what you want and how much?
When spilled water on MacBook Pro keyboard?
