Our time time capsule flashes an amber light, and utilities says that it is overheating. What is the problem?

We have been having a problem with our time capsule (less than 2 years old) - the amber light flashes, the fan runs often, and in searching in "utilities" on my mac, it says that it is overheating. What is the cause of this?

Posted on Sep 27, 2016 5:06 AM

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Sep 27, 2016 3:19 PM in response to momandgrama

The Time Capsule fan runs at all times, so you should not be aware of the fan running "often" on the Time Capsule.


If you are receiving a message that the Time Capsule is overheating, then there is likely an issue with the internal power supply on the Time Capsule.


If you have an Apple Store near you, it would be good idea to take the Time Capsule in to let the experts verify the issue and discuss your options.

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Our time time capsule flashes an amber light, and utilities says that it is overheating. What is the problem?

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