![]() ![]() Problem: I think my MacBook Air is overheating Solution: Wait another five seconds before turning the Mac back on. ![]() Next, unplug the power cord from the wall, wait 15 seconds, and then plug it back in. Reset the SMC (T2 Security Chip): Click the Apple icon on the menu bar and select Shut Down.Once it powers off, press and hold the Shift + Control + Option keys and the Power button simultaneously for 10 seconds, then release. Click the Apple icon on the menu bar and select Shut Down. Reset the SMC (no T2 Security Chip): This may be necessary after an SMC update.If so, shut it down to see if the issue resolves. Check your apps: Click the Battery icon to see a list of applications that are currently using “significant energy.” You may find that an app constantly appears on the list.Once done, restart by clicking the Apple icon on the menu bar and choosing Restart. If your Mac is out of date, install any updates. Update your Mac: Click System Preferences on the Dock and choose Software Update.Problem: My battery is draining too quickly Solution: Recharge the Mac on a different circuit or unplug appliances on the current circuit to see if this fixes the issue. If it magically starts charging after this break, then you have line noise on the circuit. Try switching electrical outlets: Unplug the adapter for a minute and then plug it back in.Check your adapter cable and ports for damage: If you are using the right cable on the right MacBook Air, make sure there is no damage to the adapter cable or the port.Apple has a visual guide to help you decipher the different connector types. However, L or T adapters can be used on MagSafe 2 ports, as long as you use an extra adapter to connect them. Check your adapter and charging cable type: If you have a MagSafe charger, L-style and T-style adapters can work on the same computer, but MagSafe 2 connectors can’t work with those computers.Problem: My MacBook Air’s battery won’t charge anymore Solution: Contact Apple: If your MacBook Air is clearly on (sounds, backlighting, etc.) but the screen is completely dark (powered off, no mouse cursor movement), then this may be your only option.Use Apple adapters: The MacBook Air doesn’t always play well with third-party second screen adapters.If your Mac is out of date, then install any update you see for firmware, MacOS, or other related operations. With the cable still attached, click System Preferences on the Dock and choose Software Update. ![]()
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