Cant reset smc
Hi, Im trying to follow the procedure to reset the smc, as since i installed Snow Leopard the battery only seems to last a couple of hours.
When I press the shift/ctrl/option on the left side of the keyboard with the power on button once, it just starts up straight away.
Would anyone have any tips?
How did you guys finally do it?... I've been trying to reset my SMC on my Unibody 15" for quite some time. LED, does not go off or anything after holding the keys. Been on mac's for 25 years and reset SMC millions of times...
I've read the instructions over and over... Don't think it's working..
I've tried pressing the Shift - Control - Option & Power keys all at once and I've held the keys down for 5 seconds. I've tried the above while waiting 5 seconds after the press and pressing the power button...
Nothing works...
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My iphone 4 is not working and I cant reset it from the computer either because it wont connect to it I need help!!!
1. I tried connecting it to itunes for a system reset and it didnt work.
2. The phone wont even turn on!!!If the phone wont turn on it sounds like it needs to be charged. Plug it into a charger and wait about 15 minutes and try turning it on while still charging. Have you tried holding in your home button with the on/off button held in? Hold them both together until the apple logo comes up and then release them. The screen will blink off an on while it is resetting. I still think this is a battery issue. Good luck~
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my ipod touch is stuck on the apple logo and i cant reset it as my home button is broken what else can i try?
Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
Ignore the reset and when it says place the iPod in recovery mode
Place the iPod in recovery mode using one of these programs:
For PC
RecBoot: Easy Way to Put iPhone into Recovery Mode
or
http://joshuabailey1997.wordpress.com/2010/09/02/recboot-v1-3/
If necessary:
Download QTMLClient.dll & iTunesMobileDevice.dll for RecBoot
and
RecBoot tip
RecBoot may have problems on 64X windows, then try:
Tenorshare ReiBoot – Enter & Exit iPhone, iPad, iPod Recovery Mode with a Single Click
For MAC or PC
The Firmware Umbrella - TinyUmbrella
Installs blootware on PC too
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar -
i cant reset my i phone 5 ive tryed going into settings, general , then down to the botom but reset is not there?
That may be an issue.
Is it signed into the previous owner's iCloud account? Is Find My iPhone enabled?
Settings > iCloud -
Cant reset my apple id password
Cant reset my apple id password (my kids have realised what it is) - dont know answers to security questions so have selected option to receive instructions via email but am not receiving email from apple ( email address is correct on id) Please Help before my kids cause my bankrupcy!
Resetting or changing a password:
For Snow Leopard or earlier: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1274
For Lion or later: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6022
This is also useful:
http://www.macworld.co.uk/ipad-iphone/news/?newsid=3463233&olo=email
If it's running Mac OS X 10.6.8 or earlier, insert a Mac OS X install DVD, restart with the Option key held down, click on it, and use the Reset Password utility.
If it's running Mac OS X 10.7 or newer, restart with the Command and R keys held down, open the Terminal, and use the resetpassword command:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-4101 -
hello,
my ipod is in the DFU mode and i cant start it.
when i want to reset the ipod with itunes, it says that i cant reset the ipod and i get an error
so what can i do now?
i have iOS 5.0.1
extremeleThe link I referenced also sid to do allthis for your error:
This device is not eligible for the requested build: Also sometimes displayed as an "error 3194." If you receive this alert, update to the latest version of iTunes. Third-party security software or router security settings can also cause this issue. To resolve this, follow Troubleshooting security software issues.
Downgrading to a previous version of iOS is not supported. If you have installed software to performunauthorized modifications to your iOS device, that software may have redirected connections to the update server (gs.apple.com) within the Hosts file. First you must uninstall the unauthorized modification software from the computer, then edit out the "gs.apple.com" redirect from the hosts file, and then restart the computer for the host file changes to take affect. For steps to edit the Hosts file and allow iTunes to communicate with the update server, see iTunes: Troubleshooting iTunes Store on your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod—follow steps under the heading Blocked by configuration (Mac OS X / Windows) > Rebuild network information > The hosts file may also be blocking the iTunes Store. If you do not uninstall the unauthorized modification software prior to editing the hosts file, that software may automatically modify the hosts file again on restart. Also, using an older or modified .ipsw file can cause this issue. Try moving the current .ipsw file, or try restoring in a new user to ensure that iTunes downloads a new .ipsw. -
I have macbook air late 2010 model... it works fine otherwise but it has started being overheated in normal situations where normally it used to work fine and draining more battery....... battery time is almost half now.
should i reset SMC... would it help?I'm doubtful it's a missing driver too, but I feel as though it's driver related. The first time XP was installed, after first boot without installing drivers, it was without sound etc, but fundamentally the system worked. Now after first boot, it's very buggy. Thanks for your suggestion Tonny. I ran the tool but it turns out the HDD is fine. Besides, everything runs fine in safe mode.
Does anyone know if (generally speaking) there is any firmware on the graphics card that would get updated via a Windows update? i.e. is it possible that Windows update downloaded a driver for the graphics card that installed new firmware that wasn't all that compatable with XP? -
I recently upgraded to Mavericks on my macmini and suddenly it won't connect to my home wifi network. It says I need to move closer to my router whioch is really close and it worked fine before so I doubt this is the issue. Also, my IPad and Macbook connect just fine to the network, so it seems like its localized to my macmini and now funny enough my IPhone. I tried reseting SMC and PRAM, but this didn't help at all. Any helpful suggestions?
What does Wireless Diagnostics show?
Wireless Diagnostics
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi issues in OS X
Wireless Connection Problems - Fix
Wireless Connection Problems - Fix (2)
Wireless Connection Problems - Fix (3)
Wireless Connection Problems - Fix (4)
Also try turning off Bluetooth. -
Hello
I have a problem with security questions and i cant reset to my email
The error was
Exceeded Maximum Attempts
We apologize, but we were unable to verify your account information with the answers you provided to our security questions.
You have made too many attempts to answer these questions. So, for security reasons, you will not be able to reset password for the next eight hours.
Click here for assistance.
i waited more than eight hours. and back to my account but it is the same ( no change ) i cant find forgot your answers
http://www.traidnt.net/vb/attachment...134863-333.jpg
can you help me pleaseAlternatives for Help Resetting Security Questions and Rescue Mail
1. Apple ID- All about Apple ID security questions.
2. Rescue email address and how to reset Apple ID security questions
3. Apple ID- Contacting Apple for help with Apple ID account security.
4. Fill out and submit this form. Select the topic, Account Security.
5. Call Apple Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support in your
country and ask to speak to Account Security.
How to Manage your Apple ID: Manage My Apple ID -
HT3964 my mac book has no any response to turn on, how can I reset SMC?
my Macbook Air won't turn on, no any response, took out battery just plug in cord, the green light on, but Macbook still no response at all, were told to reset SMC, but the instruction said to put Macbook to sleep ???? it is totally dead how can i follow the instruction to reset SMC?
Oop, bad battery, took it out and plug in 45w magsafe, did not work on 2006 MacBook Air, change to 60w magsafe, and I cound turn it on.
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I just tried to install the new IOS version and now my screen is all black.. since an hour. My power button is broken so i cant reset my phone. When i plugg it in my computer, it makes a sound, but the screen stays black.
WHAT TO DOcarter87 wrote:
so i bought this Iphone 4 thats jail broken,
Return it.
Unauthorized modification of iOS can cause security vulnerabilities, instability, shortened battery life, and other issues
Security vulnerabilities: Jailbreaking your device eliminates security layers designed to protect your personal information and your iOS device. With this security removed from your iOS device, hackers may steal your personal information, damage your device, attack your network, or introduce malware, spyware or viruses.
Inability to apply future software updates: Some unauthorized modifications have caused damage to iOS that is not repairable. This can result in the hacked iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch becoming permanently inoperable when a future Apple-supplied iOS update is installed.
... It is also important to note that unauthorized modification of iOS is a violation of the iOS end-user software license agreement and because of this, Apple may deny service for an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch that has installed any unauthorized software. -
"No battery available", resetting SMC doesn't fix it
My early 2011 MacBook Pro can no longer recognize the battery. I've tried every single fix I can find online, including resetting SMC, resetting PRAM, a combination of the two. I've even bought a new battery (it's an Anker battery) and it still won't recognize the battery.
I'm in desperate help as I start school in a weeks time!
The battery is connected and no cables inside the MacBook Pro is damaged. The SIL blinks 5-6 times, but not every single time the laptop boots.
What can I do to fix this problem?
Any and all responds are highly appreciated!You have to take the computer to the Apple store to have it checked out.
Genius Bar reservation:
http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/
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my Atv3 is due for an update and ive tried several times to install it but although it downloads it never finishes installing and tells me that it wasnt possible to update and to try another time. I try every other day and it only inches forward in the progress but it never completes the installation. I was tired of waiting and I decided to keep on trying in a period of time one night until it would finally install, that never happened and Im not sure what is going on but the remote stopped working with the atv3 and when I press a button the box light flashes several times but does nothing, ive disconnected it and left it that way for over 24 hrs, ive disconnected everything (tv, internet etc) and nothing. I cant reset the atv3 through the remote either...i dont know what else to do
Hi Brian,
Thanks restoring and restarting didn't fix my problem - i have started it fresh and still it doesn't work. Basically I press ONCE on the remote, after the machine has not had any commands for 10 minutes, and the cursor skips from one end of the menu to the other - so I can't choose network or update software etc - I sometimes manage to stop it randomly in the middle of the menu if I press on a command in the middle of the cursor skipping all the menu steps...not sure what the problem is but I have basically not used my brand new apple tv since I bought it for that reason! I should call Apple support I suppose! grrrr hate wasting time with stuff like this!
Thanks for your help though!
Pernille -
IMac won't turn on after resetting SMC
Recently my 2011 iMac starts uttering strange noise even if the fan speed is low so I decided to reset SMC this morning. However, after unplugging for 15 sec and plug again. it just won't start! No matter how I pressed the power button, there is no reaction coming from my iMac. I tried to long press for 10 more seconds, re-unplug and plug in, and tried another socket on the wall but in vain. Do you have other ideas 'cause I have not backup my data and hope to grab something output before sending it to the APPLE store. Thanks.
If you get no video or audio at all and you have confirmed it's not the power source or power cord then that indicates your power supply may have failed.
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HT3964 My iMac gets stuck on blue loading screen after it starts up.. Reset smc and pram?
My 2009 iMac on OS X leapard will start up but gets stuck on the blue loading screen. Ive been instructed to reset the smc and pram but can't figure it out nor find it online in a simple way. Can someone please assist? Again: it fires up but gets stuck on blue loading screen..Thank you!
Reset SMC:
Shut down the computer.
Unplug the computer's power cord.
Wait fifteen seconds.
Attach the computer's power cord.
Wait five seconds, then press the power button to turn on the computer.
Reset PRAM:
Shut down the computer.
Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command, Option, P, and R. You will need to hold these keys down simultaneously in step 4.
Turn on the computer.
Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys. You must press this key combination before the gray screen appears.
Hold the keys down until the computer restarts and you hear the startup sound for the second time.
Release the keys.
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