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I have this mac mini that died a week after applecare expired. I would like to repair it, but I do not know what should I repair. I have been told I have to replace the whole logic board which would be too expensive. But, still wondering if there is something I could do. When plugged in, it is dead, no light, no power, no nothing. And it is not the power cable, I know that because in its time I took it to the apple store and they plugged it with a good power cable. It is just plain dead. Is the only solution to change the whole logic board? or is there something else that could be done? Thanks.
Ouch! I was hoping it just went flat dead which would imply the power supply. Using a meter you could verify this by checking the DC lines. With better detail on what happened it’s clear the logic board did go on you. So doing any testing won’t help. I would first go back to an Apple Store with your paperwork showing when you bought the system hopefully you can do this ASAP. Plead your case with as sad face you can and don’t take no from the first person. Ask to speak with the support manager to see if they can still cover it under warranty as its just so close in the expiration date. If they still say no see if you can get them to cover 1/2 the cost but hold that for the last. If you have a second Apple Store near by give it a try if the first fails you. Remember to try getting to the store early before the staff has been worn down for the best results given the season (Black Friday weekend).
Try this first:
- Try resetting the SMC by unplugging the power cord, waiting 15 seconds, plugging the cord back in, waiting 5 seconds, and then pressing the power button. If this step doesn’t work, then you really need to change the logic board. Or, if you bought the computer with an American Express, they’ll double your warranty up to 5 years. My Macbook Pro just gave up the ghost and they are taking care of it. Never hurts to try!
