Fusion drive in MacBook Pro late 2011?
Hi!
I am about to install a SSD in my MBP Late 2011 in the superdrive slot. The size of my hdd is 750 gb and I am going to install 120 ssd.
My question is... Do you recommend me create a fusion drive or just manage the storage by myself?
I like the idea of fusion drive rather than any other thing. Everything in the same unid and the system manage it for itself.
However, I have read some insights here and there about fusion drive is not as good idea as it seems in the beginning. Problems with the system (rainbow ball randomly) and drop in the general performance after a while.... Additionally, the battery life decrease due to system moving the files from here to there to try to boost speed of the system. Besides the both disk will suffer more as a consequence of this extra work.
Right now I am more eager to keep it separate and manage the storage myself using a symbolic links.
Can anyone tell their own experience?
Thanks in advance!
PS/ by the way... I will in either case I will perform a fresh install of the last version of mavericks without bring any old configuration of my previous arrangement.
Since your system doesn't ship with an option for 2 drives, the obvious recommendation is to not attempt anything that requires 2 drives (like a Fusion Drive setup).
You you can place your HDD in a tray and replace the optical drive. Doing this is hit-or-miss on if the HDD in the optical bay will work right, especially if it is a 6.0Gb rated drive. They seem to work fairly reliably for 1.5 or 3.0Gb drives, but not always so with newer, faster drives.
IF you you decide to try this, keep in mind that you don't have a SMS on the optical bay, and you will want to disable the SMS on the bay with the SSD.
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4 GB RAM Upgradeable
BANK 0/DIMM0
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Yosemite HD (disk0s2) / : 499.25 GB (290.00 GB free)
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Mar 1 13:17:52 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
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Mar 3 11:48:02 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 828055384 for window 199
Mar 3 11:59:33 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 829050891 for window 217
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Mar 3 13:33:56 WindowServer: disable_update_timeout: UI updates were forcibly disabled by application "Spotlight" for over 1.00 seconds. Server has re-enabled them.
Mar 3 13:47:48 com.apple.backupd: Error -35 while resolving alias to backup target
Mar 3 13:47:48 com.apple.backupd: Backup failed with error 18: The backup disk could not be found.
Mar 3 13:48:13 com.apple.backupd: Error -35 while resolving alias to backup target
Mar 3 13:48:13 com.apple.backupd: Backup failed with error 18: The backup disk could not be found.
Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
Mar 3 13:54:47 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948771229 for window 189
Mar 3 13:54:50 sharingd: 13:54:50.400 : SDConnectionManager:: XPC connection invalidated
Mar 3 14:08:12 fseventsd: Logging disabled completely for device:1: /Volumes/Recovery HD
Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
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Mar 1 14:07:02 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100020.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.477, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Mar 1 14:07:12 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
Mar 1 14:40:11 com.apple.iCloudHelper: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
Mar 1 14:40:12 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
Mar 1 14:48:04 com.apple.iCloudHelper: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
Mar 1 14:48:05 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
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Mar 2 10:00:24 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.298, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Mar 2 10:06:46 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100007.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.300, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Mar 2 10:14:31 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.283, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Mar 3 09:49:19 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.290, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Console log
Feb 25 16:47:41 fontd: Failed to open read-only database, regenerating DB
Mar 2 10:00:23 fontd: Failed to open read-only database, regenerating DB
Loaded kernel extensions
org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxDrv (4.3.22)
org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetAdp (4.3.22)
org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetFlt (4.3.22)
org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxUSB (4.3.22)
Daemons loaded
cardo-updater
com.adobe.fpsaud
com.apple.AccountPolicyHelper
com.apple.CodeSigningHelper
com.apple.MobileFileIntegrity
com.apple.awdd
com.apple.backupd-auto
com.apple.cache_delete
com.apple.cfprefsd.xpc.daemon
com.apple.cmio.registerassistantservice
com.apple.coreduetd
com.apple.coresymbolicationd
com.apple.ctkd
com.apple.diagnosticd
com.apple.icloud.findmydeviced
com.apple.iconservices.iconservicesagent
com.apple.iconservices.iconservicesd
com.apple.ifdreader
com.apple.nehelper
com.apple.networkd_privileged
com.apple.nsurlsessiond_privileged
com.apple.nsurlstoraged
com.apple.sandboxd
com.apple.secinitd
com.apple.softwareupdated
com.apple.spindump
com.apple.systemadministration.writeconfig
com.apple.systemstatsd
com.apple.tccd.system
com.apple.watchdogd
com.apple.wdhelper
com.apple.xpc.smd
com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper
com.oracle.java.Helper-Tool
com.oracle.java.JavaUpdateHelper
com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent
jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller
org.cups.cupsd
org.macosforge.xquartz.privileged_startx
Agents loaded
com.apple.CloudPhotosConfiguration
com.apple.DataDetectorsDynamicData
com.apple.InputMethodKit.UserDictionary
com.apple.MailServiceAgent
com.apple.cfprefsd.xpc.agent
com.apple.imdpersistence.IMDPersistenceAgent
com.apple.internetaccounts
com.apple.pluginkit.pkd
com.apple.sbd
com.apple.secd
com.apple.secinitd
com.apple.security.cloudkeychainproxy3
com.apple.tccd
User login items
Activity Monitor
- /Applications/Utilities/Activity Monitor.app
Safari extensions
AdBlock
- com.betafish.adblockforsafari
DuckDuckGo
- com.duckduckgo.safari
Ghostery
- com.betteradvertising.ghostery
Prefetching: Off
Widgets
iCal
iCloud errors
bird 62
cloudd 19
comapple.InputMethodKit.UserDictionary 4
CallHistorySyncHelper 4
Safari 1
Continuity errors
sharingd 7
Restricted files: 97
Lockfiles: 164
Contents of /Library/LaunchAgents/com.oracle.java.Java-Updater.plist
- mod date: Jan 31 13:16:59 2014
- checksum: 297651013
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key>
<string>com.oracle.java.Java-Updater</string>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>/Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/Java Updater.app/Contents/MacOS/Java Updater</string>
<string>-bgcheck</string>
</array>
<key>StandardErrorPath</key>
<string>/dev/null</string>
<key>StandardOutPath</key>
<string>/dev/null</string>
<key>StartCalendarInterval</key>
<dict>
<key>Hour</key>
<integer>10</integer>
<key>Minute</key>
<integer>38</integer>
<key>Weekday</key>
<integer>2</integer>
</dict>
</dict>
...and 1 more line(s)
Contents of /Library/LaunchAgents/org.macosforge.xquartz.startx.plist
- mod date: Nov 11 11:07:49 2013
- checksum: 2451978492
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple Computer//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key>
<string>org.macosforge.xquartz.startx</string>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>/opt/X11/lib/X11/xinit/launchd_startx</string>
<string>/opt/X11/bin/startx</string>
<string>--</string>
<string>/opt/X11/bin/Xquartz</string>
</array>
<key>Sockets</key>
<dict>
<key>org.macosforge.xquartz:0</key>
<dict>
<key>SecureSocketWithKey</key>
<string>DISPLAY</string>
</dict>
</dict>
<key>ServiceIPC</key>
<true/>
<key>EnableTransactions</key>
<true/>
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Contents of /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent.plist
- mod date: Mar 25 19:00:08 2014
- checksum: 3487242040
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key>
<string>com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent</string>
<key>MachServices</key>
<dict>
<key>com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent</key>
<true/>
</dict>
<key>Program</key>
<string>/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/HAL/InstantOn.driver/Contents/MacOS/instanton-a gent</string>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>instanton-agent</string>
</array>
<key>ThrottleInterval</key>
<integer>0</integer>
</dict>
</plist>
Contents of /Library/LaunchDaemons/jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller.plist
- mod date: Nov 25 22:39:19 2013
- checksum: 1894334785
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key>
<string>jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller</string>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>/Library/PrivilegedHelperTools/jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller</string>
</array>
<key>ServiceIPC</key>
<true/>
<key>Sockets</key>
<dict>
<key>MasterSocket</key>
<dict>
<key>SockFamily</key>
<string>Unix</string>
<key>SockPathMode</key>
<integer>438</integer>
<key>SockPathName</key>
<string>/var/run/jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller.socket</string>
<key>SockType</key>
<string>Stream</string>
</dict>
...and 3 more line(s)
Contents of /Library/LaunchDaemons/org.virtualbox.startup.plist
- mod date: Mar 1 13:56:03 2015
- checksum: 3094394405
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple Computer//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key> <string>org.virtualbox.startup</string>
<key>Disabled</key> <false/>
<key>RunAtLoad</key> <true/>
<key>KeepAlive</key> <false/>
<key>LaunchOnlyOnce</key> <true/>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>/Library/Application Support/VirtualBox/LaunchDaemons/VirtualBoxStartup.sh</string>
<string>restart</string>
</array>
</dict>
</plist>
Contents of /private/etc/ssh_config
- mod date: Jan 20 11:13:19 2013
- checksum: 1281775184
Host *
SendEnv LANG LC_*
Host *
XAuthLocation /opt/X11/bin/xauth
Contents of Library/LaunchAgents/com.apple.SafariBookmarksSyncer.plist
- mod date: Nov 11 12:53:23 2010
- checksum: 1213721873
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Label</key>
<string>com.apple.Safari</string>
<key>LimitLoadToSessionType</key>
<string>Aqua</string>
<key>ProgramArguments</key>
<array>
<string>/Applications/Safari.app/Contents/SafariSyncClient.app/Contents/MacOS/S afariSyncClient</string>
<string>--sync</string>
<string>com.apple.Safari</string>
<string>--entitynames</string>
<string>com.apple.bookmarks.Bookmark,com.apple.bookmarks.Folder</string>
</array>
<key>RunAtLoad</key>
<false/>
<key>ThrottleInterval</key>
<integer>60</integer>
<key>WatchPaths</key>
<array>
<string>/Users/USER/Library/Safari/Bookmarks.plist</string>
</array>
</dict>
...and 1 more line(s)
Contents of Library/LaunchAgents/org.virtualbox.vboxwebsrv.plist
- mod date: Mar 1 13:56:19 2015
- checksum: 3654809970
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
<dict>
<key>Disabled</key>
<true/>
<key>KeepAlive</key>
<false/>
<key>Label</key>
<string>org.virtualbox.vboxwebsvc</string>
<key>Program</key>
<string>/Applications/VirtualBox.app/Contents/MacOS/vboxwebsrv</string>
<key>Sockets</key>
<dict>
<key>Listeners</key>
<dict>
<key>SockServiceName</key>
<string>18083</string>
<key>SockType</key>
<string>stream</string>
<key>SockFamily</key>
<string>IPv4</string>
</dict>
</dict>
</dict>
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Bundles (new)
/Applications/VirtualBox.app
- org.virtualbox.app.VirtualBox
/Users/USER/Downloads/EtreCheck.app
- com.etresoft.EtreCheck
Installations
Office 2011 14.4.6 Update: 14/11/2014 3:29 pm
Adobe Flash Player: 12/11/2014 7:12 pm
Java 7 Update 71: 5/11/2014 1:23 pm
Canon ScanGear: 29/10/2014 5:15 pm
Adobe Flash Player: 26/10/2014 9:30 am
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Macbook pro late 2011 starting problem
I'm running OS Maverics 10.9.3 version on Macbook pro late 2011. Few days ago the OS got much slower than normal system. Then i installed the the new OS but it was good for few hours. Then after few hours it became slower again. Then I changed the HDD and installed the new OS. But I found the same problem again. Then I removed all backup files from the HDD. After removing all items it became to work normally. But after 15/17 days later when i'm trying to turn on the macbook a flashing folder icon appears then i pull down the display for a while. When the lights gone then i turn on again and it works normally. I tried the internet recovery option by pressing the (ctrl+R) button but it takes much time. But nothing happened. What is the problem?
Here is my etrecheck result:
EtreCheck version: 1.9.12 (48)
Report generated July 3, 2014 at 2:17:37 AM GMT+6
Hardware Information:
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) (Verified)
MacBook Pro - model: MacBookPro8,1
1 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 CPU: 2 cores
4 GB RAM
Video Information:
Intel HD Graphics 3000 - VRAM: 384 MB
Color LCD 1280 x 800
System Software:
OS X 10.9.3 (13D65) - Uptime: 0 days 0:30:14
Disk Information:
TOSHIBA MQ01ABD050 disk0 : (500.11 GB)
EFI (disk0s1) <not mounted>: 209.7 MB
Mac HDD (disk0s2) / [Startup]: 499.76 GB (373.05 GB free)
MATSHITADVD-R UJ-8A8
USB Information:
Apple Inc. FaceTime HD Camera (Built-in)
Apple Inc. Apple Internal Keyboard / Trackpad
Apple Inc. BRCM2070 Hub
Apple Inc. Bluetooth USB Host Controller
Apple Computer, Inc. IR Receiver
Thunderbolt Information:
Apple Inc. thunderbolt_bus
Configuration files:
/etc/hosts - Count: 20
Gatekeeper:
Anywhere
Kernel Extensions:
[not loaded] com.gct.driver.gdmuwm (1.0.8 - SDK 10.4) Support
Problem System Launch Daemons:
[failed] com.apple.wdhelper.plist
[running] com.gct.dts.gdme2dn.plist Support
Launch Daemons:
[loaded] com.adobe.fpsaud.plist Support
[loaded] com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper.plist Support
Launch Agents:
[not loaded] com.adobe.AAM.Updater-1.0.plist Support
User Launch Agents:
[loaded] com.google.keystone.agent.plist Support
[running] com.moeppfdpoohhdcaefbfpmabjipnohiif.updater.plist Support
User Login Items:
iTunesHelper
Internet Plug-ins:
Flip4Mac WMV Plugin: Version: 3.2.0.16 - SDK 10.8 Support
FlashPlayer-10.6: Version: 14.0.0.125 - SDK 10.6 Support
QuickTime Plugin: Version: 7.7.3
Flash Player: Version: 14.0.0.125 - SDK 10.6 Support
AdobePDFViewer: Version: 10.0.0 Support
AdobeAAMDetect: Version: AdobeAAMDetect 1.0.0.0 - SDK 10.6 Support
Default Browser: Version: 537 - SDK 10.9
SharePointBrowserPlugin: Version: 14.3.9 - SDK 10.6 Support
Silverlight: Version: 5.1.30317.0 - SDK 10.6 Support
Safari Extensions:
Best YouTube Downloader: Version: 1.5.1
Audio Plug-ins:
BluetoothAudioPlugIn: Version: 1.0 - SDK 10.9
AirPlay: Version: 2.0 - SDK 10.9
AppleAVBAudio: Version: 203.2 - SDK 10.9
iSightAudio: Version: 7.7.3 - SDK 10.9
iTunes Plug-ins:
Quartz Composer Visualizer: Version: 1.4 - SDK 10.9
User Internet Plug-ins:
Picasa: Version: 1.0 - SDK 10.4 Support
3rd Party Preference Panes:
Flash Player Support
Flip4Mac WMV Support
Perian Support
Tuxera NTFS Support
Time Machine:
Time Machine not configured!
Top Processes by CPU:
3% WindowServer
1% storeagent
1% softwareupdated
1% fontd
0% syslogd
Top Processes by Memory:
114 MB com.apple.WebKit.WebContent
82 MB Safari
49 MB com.apple.IconServicesAgent
41 MB ocspd
33 MB WindowServer
Virtual Memory Information:
1.82 GB Free RAM
895 MB Active RAM
275 MB Inactive RAM
908 MB Wired RAM
437 MB Page-ins
2 MB Page-outsTry this:
Boot into recovery (OPTION key down) and select the recovery partition.
From the 4 option menu select Disk Utility.
Run Disk Utility>First Aid, Verify and Repair.
If it says the disk cannot be repaired, replace it with a new HDD.
If it says it is good, take out the disk, place it in an enclosure and connect it to the MBP via USB.
If it boots the MBP, then the internal SATA cable is faulty and should be replaced.
Ciao. -
Installing window 7 to macbook pro late 2011
I am trying to install Windows 7 to a Macbook Pro (late 2011). I got this far: After downloading Bootcamp 5 and going into Bootcamp assistant and clicking both, a) Download the latest windows support software from Apple, & b) install Windows 7 or later version.
NEXT: Installed external 8G usb drive for Windows support software to download to
NEXT: In about 10 seconds it downloads then never moves on the "visual" download scale???????? THIS IS WHERE I GET STUCK
ANY HELP WOULD GREATLY BE APPRECIATEDWelcome to Apple Support Communities
As it looks like you can't download the Windows support software from Boot Camp Assistant, download it at the Apple site > http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1638 Follow the steps to burn it to the USB drive.
Then, open Boot Camp Assistant and install Windows. Don't mark the option to download the Windows support software -
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My Macbook Pro (Late 2011) plays dvds (I used Family guy to test) but will not read the disk for Football Manager 2015 despite it being Mac compatible. THe disk itself runs on PC so isn't faulty. Any thoughts?
Processor 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 384 MB
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63b)Thanks, OrangeMarlin. Lots to learn about in land of the Macs.
Point taken on the driver. The reason I'm hesitant to assume it's power related is because everything else works. Here is a short list of other devices I've used it for in the week or so I've owned this machine:
iPad (connected fine and charged iPad to full)
Seagate GoFlex (connects fine, but this device also uses wall power)
Samsung Spinpoint HDD (in an aluminum Rosewill enclosure, also uses wall power)
iPod Classic (fifth gen, 30GB), also charges
Samsung Captivate (Android phone), charges
I got this machine from the Apple store last week, when I swapped out my original purchase MBP due to a screen defect. I asked them to run a gamet of tests to ensure everything OK, and they complied (at least claimed to). I assume if I brought it back, with the drive, they would be able to test for a power issue, correct?
Thanks again. -
Help! MacBook Pro Late 2011 Not Charging
My MacBook Pro Late 2011 is Not Charging. I have tried plugging it into multiple outlets and none have succeeded. He is a screenshot of my System Information>Power: http://grab.by/tkOM. I have no clue what happened. Last night we had a massive storm, but I don't believe there was any thunder or lightning. Whenever I plug the adapter into an outlet, the battery usage in the top right hand corner shows the "plugged in" icon, then it shows the "charging" icon. Then it just goes blank and back to normal. I have tried to restart it and do the SMC or whatever, but nothing seems to work. I have had this charger for a little bit over 1 year. Thanks in advance!
- Sellers C.Hey Angelo_here,
I'd run through these steps:
If your computer won't turn on, try each of these steps:
Verify you have a good connection from your Mac to the wall outlet by confirming the power cord and adapter if present are securely connected and plugged in. To check if the wall outlet is working, plug in a lamp or other electrical device.
If the wall outlet is working and you continue to have no power try another power cord or adapter if available. If it works you may need a replacement cord or adapter.
Note: See Apple Portables: Troubleshooting MagSafe adapters for further troubleshooting with MagSafe adapters.
Disconnect all accessories that are plugged in to the computer, such as a printer, hub, or other mobile device.
If your Mac supports user-installable memory, solid state drive, or hard drive, and you recently installed any of these, make sure they are installed correctly and are compatible with your computer. If possible, reinstall the original memory or drive into the computer to find out if the behavior persists afterwards.
MacBook Pro: How to remove or install memory
MacBook: How to remove or install memory
Mac Pro: How to remove or install memory
Mac mini: How to remove or install memory
iMac (27-inch, Late 2012): Installing or replacing memory
iMac: How to remove or install memory
Reset the SMC.
If you are still unable to start up your computer after trying each of these steps, visit an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) for further diagnosis. If you plan to visit an Apple Retail Store, make a reservation at the Genius Bar using http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/ (available in some countries only).Note: Diagnostic fees may apply for issues not covered under warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP).
via: Troubleshooting: My computer won't turn on
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1367
Welcome to Apple Support Communities!
Regards,
Delgadoh -
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PS. When updating to a different OS, do I have to back up my files to like a hard drive or something?When updating to a different OS, do I have to back up my files to like a hard drive or something?
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