Failed to turn on MacBook Air! SOS!

Is there any way to force it to turn on?

Portables that will not Power on.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1365
Go step by step.
Note: Steps 5 and 6
Step5
Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Choose the method for:
"Resetting SMC on portables with a battery you should not remove on your own".
Reset SMC, hold the keys down for 20 seconds or more.
Keep it charging for 2 hours or more.
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HT2130 Where do you turn on MacBook Air

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