I have considerable problems simply turning on.  The mac attempts to turn on and then once the apple symbol is there is shuts off again.....any advise?

AS soon as I turn on the the mac, the apple start up screen is intitated and then it simply shuts off.  I am not sure what to do.....any advise?

.. be sure the power adpater is supplying power to your Mac. Do you see the green LED on the magnetic plug? If not, the power cord could be disconnected at the adpater block.
.. next, reset the SMC for  your Mac.
.. you can try to start your Mac in Recovery mode.. as you restart, press the "R" button until it boots. And go from there.

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  • HT3964 I have a MacBook Pro that will not boot up. The apple symbol   Read more: I have a MacBook Pro that will not boot up. The apple symbol is there and a spinning wheel continues to spin. Any options??

    I have a MacBook Pro that will not boot up. The apple symbol is there and the spinning wheel keeps spinning. Any idea how I can fix this?

    Reinstall OS X.
    Reinstalling Lion/Mountain Lion Without Erasing the Drive
    Boot to the Recovery HD: Restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the COMMAND and R keys until the menu screen appears. Alternatively, restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the OPTION key until the boot manager screen appears. Select the Recovery HD and click on the downward pointing arrow button.
    Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions: Upon startup select Disk Utility from the main menu. Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions as follows.
    When the recovery menu appears select Disk Utility. After DU loads select your hard drive entry (mfgr.'s ID and drive size) from the the left side list.  In the DU status area you will see an entry for the S.M.A.R.T. status of the hard drive.  If it does not say "Verified" then the hard drive is failing or failed. (SMART status is not reported on external Firewire or USB drives.) If the drive is "Verified" then select your OS X volume from the list on the left (sub-entry below the drive entry,) click on the First Aid tab, then click on the Repair Disk button. If DU reports any errors that have been fixed, then re-run Repair Disk until no errors are reported. If no errors are reported click on the Repair Permissions button. Wait until the operation completes, then quit DU and return to the main menu.
    Reinstall Lion/Mountain Lion: Select Reinstall Lion/Mountain Lion and click on the Continue button.
    Note: You will need an active Internet connection. I suggest using Ethernet if possible because it is three times faster than wireless.
    OR
    Reinstall Snow Leopard without erasing the drive
    Do the following:
    1. Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions
    Boot from your Snow Leopard Installer disc. After the installer loads select your language and click on the Continue button. When the menu bar appears select Disk Utility from the Utilities menu. After DU loads select your hard drive entry (mfgr.'s ID and drive size) from the the left side list.  In the DU status area you will see an entry for the S.M.A.R.T. status of the hard drive.  If it does not say "Verified" then the hard drive is failing or failed. (SMART status is not reported on external Firewire or USB drives.) If the drive is "Verified" then select your OS X volume from the list on the left (sub-entry below the drive entry,) click on the First Aid tab, then click on the Repair Disk button. If DU reports any errors that have been fixed, then re-run Repair Disk until no errors are reported. If no errors are reported click on the Repair Permissions button. Wait until the operation completes, then quit DU and return to the installer.
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    2. Reinstall Snow Leopard
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    Download and install the Combo Updater for the version you prefer from support.apple.com/downloads/.

  • My ipod touch would not go past the apple logo, it would just shut off. i held the power and home keys and connected to itunes

    my ipod touch would not go past the apple logo, it would just shut off. i held the power and home keys and connected to itunes but now its on the connect to itunes picture and shuts off on its own. even if i try and shut it off myself it won't. it only stays on for about 3-5 minutes:( please help!!!

    When it shows the Connect to iTunes screen and you connect it to iTunes, have you tried restoring it?
    This should solve your problem because the most common cause of your issue is a software glitch that is preventing your iPod from completing it's boot sequence. Restoring it will replace the software on the iPod with a fresh set so it can be used again.

  • I have tried to reset iPod. The apple logo is visable but won't go any further

    I have tried to reset mt pod after fully charging it.  The Apple logo appears but then nothing else happens
    T

    There's a support page for you.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1399?viewlocale=en_US
    Basically you put the iPod in Diskmode by
    1. Resetting (Press the Menu and Center Button for 10 secs)
    2. When the Apple Logo comes ON, press Center and Pause Button for 6 secs till the Disk mode screen comes ON.
    3. Connect to your iTunes, and Restore to factory settings, if it prompts you. ( be patient for 5 minutes)
    if it does not comes On iTunes or on your Desktop, check your Cable or change the USB port to USB 2 port Windows Desktop has these port at the back. don't use the front USB port.
    If you using Laptop, read the Manual to see which port are USB 2.0, some older laptop, has only one USB 2.0 port, so that may cause sync failure.

  • My iPad 2 screen reverted to and is stuck on the apple logo.  Will not shut off.

    My iPAD 2 reverted to and is stuck on the Apple logo.  Cannot shut it down.  Unable to reset.  Suggestions?

    FORCE IPAD INTO RECOVERY MODE
    1. Turn off iPad
    2. Turn on computer and launch iTunes (make sure you have the latest version of iTune)
    3. Plug USB cable into computer's USB port
    4. Hold Home button down and plug the other end of cable into docking port.
    DO NOT RELEASE BUTTON until you see picture of iTunes and plug
    5. Release Home button.
    ON COMPUTER
    6. iTunes has detected iPad in recovery mode. You must restore this iPad before it can be used with iTunes.
    7. Select "Restore iPad"...
    Note:
    1. Data will be lost if you do not have backup
    2. You must follow step 1 to step 4 VERY CLOSELY.
    3. Repeat the process if necessary.

  • Iphone4s have some problem.if replace in the apple store the handset is a new one or a renew handset?

    Apple store change iphone4s is a new one or just renew

    Replacement units are either refurbished or new, with no way to tell.

  • TS4585 My phone will not turn on and when it does, it only stays on for a few minutes.  The last time it said it was necessary to do a restore in itunes, but shut off again before i could read rest of warning

    My phone was working fine last night.  Plugged it into the charger and went to bed. Woke up this am to it off.  It would not turn on.  I tried a different charger and a different outlet.  Tried several times to hold down power and volume and or the menu button.  Finally, several hours later, holding the power and volume buttoon turned on the phone.  Said had 1%battery, so i kept it plugged in for about 5 min.  It went up to 2%.  I started to look at recieved text, then it went dead again.  Repeated the same steps and left it plugged in.  It kept turning off.  till finally, it went dim and a warning message came on to restore phone from itunes but idid not see the end of warning bc it shut off again.  Now it will not turn on, but has the white apple symbol turning off and on over and over.  I can not find the option to restore the phone, plus the phone is not on so the computer is not registering that its plugged in.  I can not call out bc no landline and can not call tech support.  Does anyone know why this is, or what to do?????????????

    Your iPhone is in recoverty mode at the moment so to possibly get it back up and running you would need to do a restore as you have been trying. Follow the steps in the article below for the specific error messages you have been receiving. If after following all steps the issue remains book an appointment at a local Apple Retail Store to have the iPhone evaluated.
    Resolve specific iTunes update and restore errors

  • HELP! My cord failed during sync and now my phone is stuck on the Apple symbol with an empty bar underneath it and iTunes won't pick it up at all. I can't tur off my phone to reset and just letting it be dosen't seem to be workig either. What's wrong?

    My cord failed during sync to an update and now my phone is stuck on the apple symbol but there is a empty bar under it. I tried to turn off the phone but that didn't work and the iTunes onn my computer isn't picking up the device at all. Whats wrong? How do I fix it?

    My cord failed during sync to an update and now my phone is stuck on the apple symbol but there is a empty bar under it. I tried to turn off the phone but that didn't work and the iTunes onn my computer isn't picking up the device at all. Whats wrong? How do I fix it?

  • HT4623 After installing the above mentioned update, my ipad will no longer turn on. I have just a black screen with the apple logo when I attach it to a power source.  Anyone else having this problem, please advise on how to fix.

    After installing the above mentioned update, my ipad will no longer turn on. I have just a black screen with the apple logo when I attach it to a power source.  Anyone else having this problem, please advise on how to fix.

    IF RESET DOESN'T WORK, FORCE IPAD INTO RECOVERY MODE
    1. Turn off iPad
    2. Turn on computer and launch iTunes (make sure you have the latest version of iTune)
    3. Plug USB cable into computer's USB port
    4. Hold Home button down and plug the other end of cable into docking port. Do not release button until you see picture of iTunes and plug (very important)
    5. Release Home button.
    ON COMPUTER
    6. iTunes has detected iPad in recovery mode. You must restore this iPad before it can be used with iTunes.
    7. Select "Restore iPad"...
    Note: Data will be lost

  • I have an ipod 5 (IOS8) and two days ago my ipod died and when I tried to on it after charging it would turn on to the apple symbol and after about 5 minutes it would shut off. Another problem is that i also have a jammed home button.

    I have an ipod 5 (IOS8) and two days ago my ipod died and when I tried to on it after charging it would turn on to the apple symbol and after about 5 minutes it would shut off. Another problem is that i also have a jammed home button. Is there anyway i can fix my ipod?

    Try:
    Turn on without Home/Power Button

  • I have some problems when turning on my iphone5.  The screen turns black and so white and when I start an app it suddenly turn itselves off.  This happens every time when I turn it on.  After I have turned it on several times it acts normal...Anyone??

    I have some problems when turning on my iphone 5.  The screen turns black and then white and the appli is red and when I finally get in and start an app it turnes itselves off.  This happens every time when I turn it on.  After I have turned it on several times it acts normal.... But something is wrong...Anyone???

    Try reset
    Reset: Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button at the same time for at least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears. Note: You will not lose any data
    If no joy, restore backup using iTunes.
    Finally last attempt, rsetore as new and sync content back manually.

  • My iPod 5th gen will not completely turn on it shows the apple symbol then shuts off I have restarted it and tried to plug it into my computer but cannot find it to restart it

    My iPod 5th gen will not completely turn on it shows the apple symbol then shuts off I have restarted it and tried to plug it into my computer but cannot find it to restart it
    Its been like this for awhile and I can not fix it

    Try:                                               
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on           
    - Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
    - 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

  • When I charge my ipod, the apple symbol comes up as if it was turning on, then it goes black and repeats the process. Sometimes it gets to where I have to put in my 4 digit code to unlock it then goes black, any suggestions on why it does this?

    When I charge my ipod, the apple symbol comes up as if it was turning on, then it goes black and repeats the process. Sometimes it gets to where I have to put in my 4 digit code to unlock it then goes black, any suggestions on why it does this?

    Does it work OK otherwise?
    Try:
    - Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
    Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
    least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
    - Try another cable and USB port and/or charging source
    - Restore from backup. See:                                 
    iOS: How to back up                                                                
    - Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.             
    If still problem, make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store since it appears you have a hardware problem.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                                      

  • My iPad mini is stuck on the Apple symbol. I tried a reset and it shut down. But when I turned it back on the problem persists thanks for any help

    my iPad mini is stuck on the Apple symbol. I have tried a reset and it shut down. When I turned it back on, the problem persists. Thanks for any help.

    If the reset doesn't help, the next step would be to restore the device to factory settings using iTunes on a computer. If you can backup the iPad first, do so and then restore to factory settings. If it all works out properly, you can restore the backup after you finish. If you didn't or can't backup, the iPad will be erased when you restore to factory settings.
    Use iTunes to restore your iOS device to factory settings - Apple Support
    IF you can't restore that way, the next step would be to try using recovery mode.
    If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

  • I restarted my phone and now I am having problems with it. It will turn on but only goes to the black screen with the droid eye before shutting off again and trying to restart, what can I do to fix that?

    I restarted my phone and now I am having problems with it. It will turn on but only goes to the black screen with the droid eye before shutting off again and trying to restart, what can I do to fix that?

        I'm sorry to learn that your phone is having problems starting up, marinema08. I'm sorry if this is incorrect, but are you using the original HTC Droid Incredible or a later Droid Incredible model? Please try placing your phone in Safe Mode to see if you are able to move past the Droid eye. http://vz.to/1kdQWVI If you are able to enable Safe Mode, please try deleting any recent applications you have added.
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