Macbook pro will not wake up and shows black screen

Purchased a MBP three weeks ago. After putting the MBP to sleep it will not wake up. Shows black screen and makes fan sound but will not start unless power off and then on again and at times this does not work.

Hi a,
Try an SMC Reset: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
If no luck, you have 90 days of free AppleCare phone support and a one year warranty. Contact AppleCare or make an appointment at an Apple Store "genius" bar.

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Welcome to Apple Discussions.
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