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When I press the power button on my MacBook Pro nothing happens?
If your Mac is stuck in a frozen state and not responding to power button presses, you can fix it by cutting the power to it and forcing it to restart. On a modern MacBook without a removable battery, press the Power button and hold it down for ten seconds.
Why won’t my Mac turn on even though it’s plugged in?
Check the power supply to the Mac (and the power to the display if using a separate unit). Confirm that all cables are connected securely. Remove all display extenders and switches, and any other devices between the Mac and monitor. Unplug the video cable (if using a separate monitor) and plug it back in.
How long does a dead MacBook Pro take to turn on?
Plug your MacBook into an outlet that you are sure is working and wait at least 10 minutes before trying your Mac on battery power again. The MacBook may display a black screen during this time, which is fine.
How do I know my dead Mac is charging?
Damage to Power Connector or Logic Board With your MacBook plugged into a wall outlet, check the status light (available on some Macs) indicating the power connection. If it shows amber, the battery is charging.
Why won’t my MacBook Pro turn on or charge?
If the light on your charger doesn’t come on, then the reason your MacBook won’t turn on or charge could be a defective plug. All MacBook chargers come with removable plugs, so you can use one from another charger or an Apple power adapter extension cable to see if that’s the cause.
How long does it take for a dead Mac to turn on?
How do I force start my MacBook air?
To force a restart your MacBook, you need to press and hold down the Command (⌘) button, the Control (Ctrl) key, and the power button at the same time. Hold these keys down until your MacBook’s screen goes blank and the computer restarts itself.
How do I revive my MacBook Pro?
Do one of the following:
- Choose Actions > Advanced > Revive Device, then click Revive.
- Control-click the selected DFU icon, then choose Advanced > Revive Device, then click Revive. Note: If you lose power to either Mac during this process, begin the revive process again.
How do I revive a dead MacBook Air?
To get going, hold down Command, Option (Alt), P, and R, keys at once and turn on the device. Make sure to hold down the keys until MacBook restarts again. Better still, let it restart twice. Then, release the keys at once.
How long do Apple laptops last?
We’d say five to eight years, but beware that you probably won’t be able to replace any faulty parts in a Mac when more than five years has passed since Apple last sold it. Before you buy a new Mac, read our article about the best time to buy a Mac or MacBook.
How to fix a MacBook that won’t turn on?
Follow these steps. Press and hold the power button on your Mac for at least 10 seconds, then release. If your Mac is turned on, this forces it to turn off. If you see no change on your Mac, press and release the power button normally.
What should I do if my Mac doesn’t start up?
If you see no change on your Mac, press and release the power button. If your Mac now turns on but stops at some other screen during startup, follow the steps for when your Mac doesn’t start up all the way.
Why won’t my MacBook start or boot?
If MacBook won’t start or boot, the main reasons might be: There isn’t enough battery left on the Mac. It’s a display issue instead of a power problem.
What should I do if my laptop won’t turn on?
If you’re not sure about the outlet, test it with a lamp or other device. If you’re using a Mac notebook, make sure that you’re using the correct power cable and adapter. Leave them plugged in long enough to provide a usable battery charge.