My macbook won't turn on. I've tried several different charges. What could be wrong with it?

My macbook eont turn in. I've tried several chargers with the same result each time. The light will be momentarily green then go off completeky (charger light). Its three years old. What could be wrong with it? Also, the closest apple store is two hours away. Does bestbuy fix macs?

Try a SMC reset:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3964
If no success you will have to bring the MBP in for repair.  Note that genius bar technicians are trained by Apple, thus your chance for a correct diagnosis and repair is better there than at an non Apple place.
Ciao.

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