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7 Why won't my MacBook Pro power on?
I have a early 2008 15" Macbook Pro. It's got the 2.5 Ghz C2D. I received this unit for free because it won't power on.
I ordered a new "T" Magsafe adapter right away and tried it. I get no light on the Magsafe adapter. I tested the Magsafe on my other Macbook Pro and it works fine. I also tried the "L" new style Magsafe Adapter on the broken MBP. No light.
So I took it apart and removed the Left i/o Magsafe board. I purchased a good known working replacement. I just installed that today and I still get nothing. No light on either Magsafe Charger. So it appears that the SMC isn't activating the Magsafe board. Unfortunately the battery was completely depleted when I received the unit, so I can't test that.
I'm trying to restore this to good working health. Does it look like I need to buy a new Logic Board or are there other things that I can try? I did reset the SMC and that didn't do anything. I'd appreciate your input!
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What are the last 3 characters of your serial number? Did you purchase the 60 watt or 85 watt power adapter?
- de ABCellars
Serial ends in YK0 and both of my adapters are 85 Watt Magsafe which is appropriate for a 15". I realize that this particular model has been known to have issues with the newer Magsafe chargers. That's why I purchased a "T" adapter to go with it. So I have a new "L" Adapter that came with my 2010 MBP and then I have the "T" that I bought for this one. Thank you for answering!
- de Josh
Apple MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.6 15" (08) Specs
Identifiers: Early 2008 - BTO/CTO - MacBookPro4,1 - A1260 - 2198
- de mayer
That's very close. It's the 2.5 Ghz A1260 Model. Any thoughts on my issue?
- de Josh