MacBook Pro 2010 battery X, fan speed at max

[shanew21]

I was working with my MacBook Pro today when all of a sudden, it randomly shut down. It took about 5 minutes before it would turn back on, but now the fans run at max speed constantly, and the battery indicator just shows an X over it. It's as if the MacBook doesn't recognize the battery at all, even though I can run on battery power.

 

[spinnerlys]

Try this and report back if it works
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964

 

[GGJstudios]

Mac OS X v10.6: About the Battery menu bar extra for portable Macs
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)

 

[shanew21]

Beautiful. Worked perfectly. You guys are a god send.

 

[FlyRyan]

I just wanted to throw a big Thank You to you guys, too. I JUST had this issue. Found this thread via a Google search. You saved me a trip to the Genius Bar.

Thanks again!