MacBook won't charge, what should I do?
Posted: Wed Feb 19, 2025 6:48 am
Every MacBook owner sooner or later faces the fact that their favorite laptop stops charging. The situation is unpleasant, but not hopeless. In this article, we will consider the main reasons why a MacBook may not charge and offer possible solutions to the problem. We will also tell you why you should contact the iStore service center for help. The main reasons why a MacBook does not charge 1. Problems with the cable and power adapter The most common reason is a faulty cable or power adapter. Over time, cables wear out, can bend and break, which makes it impossible to charge. What to do:
Check the cable and adapter for damage.
Try using a different, known good cable and adapter.
Make sure your power adapter meets the requirements of your MacBook.
2. The charging port is dirty
Dust, dirt, and other small particles can accumulate in the charging port, making it difficult for the cable to contact the device. What to do:
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Disconnect your MacBook from power.
Gently clean the charging port with a toothpick or a dry soft brush. Be careful not to damage the contacts.
3. Battery Issues
Time is not kind to anyone, and MacBook batteries lose their capacity or fail over time. If your MacBook won’t charge or discharges too quickly, the problem may be with the battery. What to do:
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Check your battery health in System > About This Mac > System Report > Power.
If the battery is worn out, it needs to be replaced.
4. Software failures
Sometimes charging problems can be hungary mobile database by software failures or incorrect power saving settings. What to do:
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Restart your MacBook.
Update macOS to the latest version.
Reset SMC (System Management Controller) and PRAM/NVRAM.
5. Hardware failures
If the above methods do not help, the problem may be hardware failures, such as a broken power controller or other internal components. What to do:
Check the cable and adapter for damage.
Try using a different, known good cable and adapter.
Make sure your power adapter meets the requirements of your MacBook.
2. The charging port is dirty
Dust, dirt, and other small particles can accumulate in the charging port, making it difficult for the cable to contact the device. What to do:
image 113.png
Disconnect your MacBook from power.
Gently clean the charging port with a toothpick or a dry soft brush. Be careful not to damage the contacts.
3. Battery Issues
Time is not kind to anyone, and MacBook batteries lose their capacity or fail over time. If your MacBook won’t charge or discharges too quickly, the problem may be with the battery. What to do:
image 114.png
Check your battery health in System > About This Mac > System Report > Power.
If the battery is worn out, it needs to be replaced.
4. Software failures
Sometimes charging problems can be hungary mobile database by software failures or incorrect power saving settings. What to do:
image 115.png
Restart your MacBook.
Update macOS to the latest version.
Reset SMC (System Management Controller) and PRAM/NVRAM.
5. Hardware failures
If the above methods do not help, the problem may be hardware failures, such as a broken power controller or other internal components. What to do: