Liquid spilt on my Macbook

Liquid was spilt on my laptop and it will not switch on, how much will this cost to repare? how long will it take to repair? Is it worth just buying a new laptop?

Hi JessChandler,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The link below will get you started with your repair questions.
From this site you can contact Apple Support by phone, find a local Apple Authorized Service Provider or make a reservation at the Genius Bar.
Apple - Support and Service Options
https://getsupport.apple.com/GetSASO?SG=SG001&locale=en_US
- Judy

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    Hello,
    I am in need of some help/advice. An unknown(although not too much) amount of beer got spilt onto my macbook this evening. The screen is now completley a gray/white color and that is all it does. I have as of now turned off the computer completley, removed the battery and letting it dry with a fan blowing on it from not too far away. If anyone has any suggestions or can help in this matter please feel free to post. Thank you

    Welcome to the discussions!
    First of all, get one of these
    No spillage - unless you pass out - LOL!
    Seriously, let the MB dry completely before attempting to power it on. Many times it is not the liquid itself that does than damage, but the electrical shorts when someone tries to power up a device that has liquid still in it.
    After it has been thoroughly dried - and I suggest at least 24 hours - then you can try to power it up and see if it works. If not, then a trip to the local Apple service center is called for. It will likely be expensive and after they give you an estimate, you can decide if the repair is worth it to you or if purchasing a new unit is a better solution.
    It may also be covered under homeowners insurance. You may want to check with your agent before doing anything with the repairs.
    Good luck.

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    - Turned it off immediately, flipped it over and dried it the best I could (towell + blowdryer)
    - Haven't turned it on yet - should i even try or should i just take it to the repair shop?  I live in Singapore making things more complicated.  Thanks.

    atsoroka wrote:
    - Turned it off immediately, flipped it over and dried it the best I could (towell + blowdryer)
    using a blowdryer was a very bad idea. 

  • Spilt tea on Macbook keyboard, help!!

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    I put it upside down straight away and then used a hair dryer on cool to dry and dry it out more.
    What should I do?? Take it apart? Take it straight to a repair man? Not try to turn it on for several days??
    I am in the middle of exams and desperately need it for study! I feel like such an idiot!
    Called the Apple support line but she couldn't even understand me when I said "I spilt my drink" she was no help at all.

    You won't be able to use it to study unless you are willing to pay for the replacement parts immediately. Even then, you may not get your machine fixed right away.
    Take the battery out and leave the computer alone for at least a week. If you're up for it, check iFixit.com for instructions on how to open up the computer and look inside for areas where liquid is still sitting and soak it up.
    Keep the hair dryer away from the computer as it may make things worse.
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  • I spilt milk on MacBook Pro, it won't start - what can I do? (I've left it alone for awhile)

    A small amount of milk spilt on the top of my MacBook Pro (I bought it new about three months ago). It almost immediately shut off and it refuses to start, even having left it for 30 hours in an attempt to allow it to dry out. My question really is where should I go with this next? My nearest apple shop is a train journey away, and I was wondering if it can even be repaired - I don't want to lose all of my files.
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    Richhii wrote:
    A small amount of milk spilt on the top of my MacBook Pro (I bought it new about three months ago). It almost immediately shut off and it refuses to start, even having left it for 30 hours in an attempt to allow it to dry out. My question really is where should I go with this next? My nearest apple shop is a train journey away, and I was wondering if it can even be repaired - I don't want to lose all of my files.
    Thanks,
    Richard
    If the drive can be removed you may be able to recover from it when connected externally to another Mac, if not and if you are not backing up your Mac be prepared to lose all of your files. You will also need to buy a new Mac (do you have insurance)

  • Liquid spill on the Macbook *sigh*

    Okay, so yes. Red wine just spilled on my macbook. It spilled on the bridge between the display and keyboard, and immediately shorted out. I removed the battery and unplugged it and am now leaving it in a warm place, and I tried mopping up as much as possible. It's sitting sideways, draining out what's left inside.
    My question is, where do I go from here? How long should I wait before trying to use it again, and what repair options are available?
    It's a late 2007 Macbook, so it's still under hardware warranty, but I'd imagine I'd still have to pay if it's liquid damage.
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    The CPU/Northbridge/GPU all lie towards the back center of the notebook, where the fan and heatsink are. Since this is liquid damage, it won't be covered by warranty. I would wait significantly longer than a day - several days, or even a week would be better. Ideally, you should remove the top cover of the computer at least, to ensure that ALL the liquid fully evaporates. However, you will still be left with the residue from the wine.
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  • Liquid damege fixing my MacBook

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    Hi JessChandler,
    Welcome to the Support Communities!
    The link below will get you started with your repair questions.
    From this site you can contact Apple Support by phone, find a local Apple Authorized Service Provider or make a reservation at the Genius Bar.
    Apple - Support and Service Options
    https://getsupport.apple.com/GetSASO?SG=SG001&locale=en_US
    - Judy

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    I'm guessing youv'e resolved your issue, but for anyone else dealing with a shellac spill, here's my advice:
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  • Spilt Water on Macbook Pro

    I know there have been threads about this before, I just want to get input on my specific situation...
    I knocked over half a glass of water onto my keyboard and wasn't really thinking so I wiped it off and left my macbook on. I know it was stupid and I should have turned it off but that's over now. A few hours later the volume keys were acting up and the volume was going down uncontrollably. At this point, I started to get worried so I turned the computer off and flipped it upside down. There was a bad smell coming from the bottom, but only if you put your nose up really close. I left it over night with the keyboard upside down ontop of towels. This morning, the macbook wouldn't turn on, but I tested the charger and it shows a green light (It's unplugged now), and the battery indicator is still working.
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    Yes, there is hope. At this point you could try the bag of rice trick. Rice is an excellent dessicant, but grains could get into the computer. Put the Mac into a pillow case and close it so nothing can get in, then bury the whole thing in a bag of rice. Leave it for as long as you can. (I once left one in for 6 days.) Not sure how much rice costs where you are. In Toronto a 5 kgm bag costs about $12.

  • Water spilt on keyboard - macbook doesn't turn on

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    You need to take it to an AASP to be inspected, the water may have fatally damaged it. I know hindsight is 20/20 but you should have:
    1. Turned it off immediately
    2. Leave it shut off for at least a week to thoroughly dry out.
    Good luck!
    Roger

  • Spilt Cider on MacBook

    Ok so I know there are a few topics on this, buut I moved my hand over today an knocked over a can of strongbow... I turned it off quick... Then mopped up as much as I could... then about 5 minutes later (I didnt think) I took out the battery and turned it over...
    There wasnt loads on it, but what do I need to buy to clean this mess up, how do I go about it, and is it possible its completely broken or only slightly??
    Im Ill and trying to cheer myself up :~( Not working lmao
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  • Location of Liquid Sensors on MacBook 13" Late 2006

    Hello,
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    M.

    They would know.
    If they say there are none, there are none. Perhaps what you've tripped up is a heat sensor. After all moisture typically does change the temperature of things around it.

  • Hello, how much did you pay when some parts of the keyboard keys are not working properly due to accidental spilt of tea?

    I accidentally spilt a tea on the keyboard of my Macbook Air 11'. I managed to wipe the keyboard and saved my laptop. However, I noticed that the Spacebar, Shift and Command keys are not working as it should be. It's like something's stuck inside that makes these keys hard to press as usual. I refered this problem to Amsys, Berwick St London, as the reservations in Apple Stores are full. Do you have any idea how much is the cost for diagnosis and repair if ever?
    Please help.

    if you spilled a good bit of tea, its a serious problem, yes.
    it got inside, and will corode, and bad things will begin to happen.
    Liquid spills, why your MacBook chassis is a one-way valve for spills
    After a substantial spill many people will turn their notebook upside down and shake it, not only does this not work, but it spreads liquid havoc throughout your machine and makes things often as bad as possible.
    The keyboard itself acts like a one way valve in the case of a substantial liquid spill. While liquid pours into the bottom chassis easy, it does not come out easily at all, and in the case of any spill, most of it will not come out by turning it upside down. Disconnect all power and contact Apple for diagnostics and repair.
    Do not attempt to, after a spill, ‘dry out your MacBook’ and test it
    After a spill most people invariably try to “dry out” their notebook by various methods, including hair dryers and otherwise. This both does not work, and after a substantial spill of any magnitude, even if the liquid was water, residue is left behind.
    There are additionally many very tight places inside your notebook where liquids will linger for a very long time, and cause corrosion or worse.
    Immediately unplug your notebook and contact Apple for in shop diagnostics and parts replacement.
    In the case of very minor spills people will “dry out” their notebook and feel success that their notebook is working ok, however invariably in nearly all instances after 4-14 days an error / fault pops up and is usually followed by more.
    In case of a spill, damage estimates are impossible,.....anything can be fixed, without question.......the question is cost.
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  • Whine on macbook pro retina

    I was at a party yesterday taking care of the music when a guy comes up to me and starts choosing some songs he was putting down he's glass pf whine (white) and then accidently pushed it over right on my macbook. I reacted very fast and whiped everything off while holding it upside down. I turned it off and disconected the electricity (not battery). I went home and was scared that it was dead. I left it for a day in an L-shape but there was no moisture anymore. Today I turned it on (for 1 minute) and it worked perfect: battery worked like normal, booted up fast, all led's worked and all the keys. Nothing wrong. What should I do now? Start using it again like normal? Or whaite a couple of days ? Will it die?

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    vynckier97 wrote:
    Will it die eventually?

  • Macbook, meet my glass of water. Help!

    There must be throusands of topics like this on these forums, but here goes.
    LIQUID SPILT: Water at room temperature
    AREA OF SPILLAGE: Primarily across the screen but enough got under the keyboard to worry me.
    LAPTOP'S REACTION: None- but I turned it off at once.
    BIGGEST WORRY: My mum is going to kill me.
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    Now I'm too scared to turn it back on in case it short-circuits! How long do people recommend leaving it for? I've been reading around and most people seem to agree that somewhere in the region of 3 - 5 days seems to be most sensible. I'm also concerned that things may get a little sticky as we have a water softening system in our house. Is it worth taking it to the Apple Store for a clean before I attempt to turn it back on?
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    Thank you very much! I'm feeling pretty optimistic about it as it wasn't all that much water but I figured that if there was enough to drip out between the keys then there was therefore enough to cause potential damage.
    I'm concerned about the salt we use in our softened water, however-- is that likely to leave any deposit on key components of my Macbook? I know that salt + metal = faster corrosion so that is currently my primary concern. Any tips on how I should approach that? I don't feel confident enough to take apart my Macbook myself, so is there any cheaper alternative than just taking it to the Apple Store?
    Very hot in my room but I rest safe in the knowledge that it's saving my Mac!!

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