Macbook pro charger not working sometimes
Sometimes my macbook pro would not work.. but then other times it would work.. I don't know what's going on and what to do to fix it. My charger also started to be like this today.. on my 1 year anniversary with this macbook -_- Any solutions to?
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i Tried to attach it back, and even if it did enter, I don't think it would continue to charge..
Is there anyway to fix this? Or do I have to get a new charger (which has to be my last resort, because I don't want to have to repair it by removing parts etc etc, or really pay money)LeoSayOh wrote:
Is there anyway to fix this? Or do I have to get a new charger
No and yes. A new charger is in your future.
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Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Choose the appropriate method.
"Resetting SMC on portables with a battery you should not remove on your own".
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I just recently bought a brand new MacBook Pro from my local Apple store a little less than a month ago. Ever since I first bought it, the charger only sometimes works. I'll plug it into my laptop and the light won't come on and it won't charge. I then have to unplug and plug it back in (turning it over multiple times as well) before it will light up and start charging my laptop. When I first opened the box I took the wall attachment off the charger and put on the long cord, so I thought it might have something to do with that cord but I switched to the wall attachment and still had the same problem. The charger also never lights up or starts charging while my laptop is closed, I have to plug it in first then shut it. Am I just somehow plugging my charger into my laptop wrong or is this an actual problem? Thanks for any info!
Take the charger with the computer to the Apple store and get a replacement power adapter.
A new Mac is in warranty for 1 year from the date of purchase.
A new Mac comes with 90 days of free tech support from AppleCare.
AppleCare: 1-800-275-2273
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Hi guys,
I have a 2009 Macbook Pro 2.6Ghz (15") with a 85W MegaSafe Power Adaptor (UK). I'm using a plug convertor and it doesn't charge within the USA.
Am I assuming that my particular version doesn't deal with 100v and I need to buy a USA version?Apple Portables: Troubleshooting MagSafe adapters
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Troubleshooting MagSafe adapters
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HELP!!Hopefully one of these steps should solve the problem.
1. System Preference > Sound > Output > Internal Speakers
Highlight Internal Speakers / Headphones
Make sure Mute is not enabled.
2. Remove the headphone.
If you see red light in the headphone port, plug the headphone
in and out of the port 5 or 6 times to flip the microswitch inside.
Sound output may be stuck in the digital mode.
3. 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".
4. Applications > Utilities > Audio MIDI Setup
Audio Devices window
Side Bar
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Here is YouTube's help page if you have no sound on YouTube videos:
http://support.google.com/youtube/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=58132
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1. 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"
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See if a PRAM reset will solve the problem;
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1895
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SemakoYuu can try to reactivate your iSight camera by opening up iMessage.. navigate to Preferences/Audio Video,and then click on Camera. IT shoudl be grayed-out if you only have one camera hooked up to your machine. If you have an external camera, then disconnect it from your machine.
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Don't use any cleaning spray. Wipe with a moist but not wet microfiber cloth.
1. 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"
2.Reset PRAM. http://support.apple.com/kb/PH4405 -
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How can help me my macbook pro is not working properly!
I can only use the mouse. What is going on and can tell some one what i can do!
Thank you alreadyHi executive1961,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The articles below may be able to help you with this issue.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots.
Portables and Magic Trackpad: Jumpy or erratic trackpad operation
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1449
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
About NVRAM and PRAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1379
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