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anti-microsoft
Aug 31, 2007, 12:47 PM
I'm Just back from NYC (iPhone is AMAZING!!)
Anyway, I'm just back from NY and got to my macbook and pushed the power button (AC Adaptor plugged in). It starts up normally, but, the power adaptor light takes about 5 secs to turn on instead of immediate reaction. Oh, and the light doesn't turn orange it stays green all the time, battery icon looks like the images. I've tried restart, battery out and put back in... I haven't got the installation disks with me at the moment... What do you suggest?????:(


flopticalcube
Aug 31, 2007, 12:49 PM
Try resetting the SMC.

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303319
anti-microsoft
Aug 31, 2007, 12:50 PM
battery icon looks like the images.

Here you go!!:p
katy
Aug 31, 2007, 01:09 PM
..so is the battery working? Or does it only work when the power cable is plugged in?
anti-microsoft
Aug 31, 2007, 01:14 PM
..so is the battery working? Or does it only work when the power cable is plugged in?

It only works when the power cord's plugged in, and the light is always green.


Try resetting the SMC.

I've tried that, doesn't work:(!!
flopticalcube
Aug 31, 2007, 01:18 PM
It only works when the power cord's plugged in, and the light is always green.




I've tried that, doesn't work:(!!

Looks like the battery is dead or at least its not being recognized by the MacBook. If warranty or Apple Care, you should get a replacement.
katy
Aug 31, 2007, 01:45 PM
similar thing happening to my macbook, i had to call apple who replaced it for me...
anti-microsoft
Sep 2, 2007, 12:27 PM
similar thing happening to my macbook, i had to call apple who replaced it for me...

Was your MacBook still under the limited 1-year guarantee? If not did they do it for free??
woolwit
Sep 2, 2007, 06:54 PM
Good overview of the problem including extreme case pictures, applicable Apple solution and replacement links, and tips here: http://www.MacbookBatteryProblem.com
Angelus520
Sep 2, 2007, 06:58 PM
I have the same problem and it just started last week. I used it on 8/24 with the battery and then didn't use it until earlier last week. That's when I got the X in the battery bar and the computer shuts down whenever I unplug it. Tried the reset mentioned earlier and that didn't help so I think I'm SOL. It's out of warranty and I didn't get AppleCare as I never needed it with my TiBook from 2002 that's still running great.
Angelus520
Sep 2, 2007, 06:58 PM
Good overview of the problem including extreme case pictures, applicable Apple solution and replacement links, and tips here: http://www.MacbookBatteryProblem.com

Thanks! I'll check that out.
Angelus520
Sep 2, 2007, 08:44 PM
Just found this:

http://www.apple.com/support/macbook_macbookpro/batteryupdate/

Biggest thing mentioned:

For MacBook and MacBook Pro systems with Intel Core Duo processors, this program extends repair coverage on the battery for up to two years from the date of purchase of the computer.

Sounds good to me.
anti-microsoft
Sep 3, 2007, 05:06 AM
Just found this:

http://www.apple.com/support/macbook_macbookpro/batteryupdate/

Biggest thing mentioned:

For MacBook and MacBook Pro systems with Intel Core Duo processors, this program extends repair coverage on the battery for up to two years from the date of purchase of the computer.

Sounds good to me.

Great!! Thats just what I need. I'll pop down to the local apple store then!!:)