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Spilled coke on Macbook Pro 13 Inch 2 hours ago, in HUGE trouble. VERY VERY URGENT!!!
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I understood what she meant quite well. I just thought I would clarify my earlier post so the OP would know that there are no repercussions from removing the battery at this point.
lol @ fixing your keyboardas for my situation, how am i to disconnect the keyboard?
Oh and again i'm a girl..
Oh wait forgot the unibody machines keyboards are not able to be taken off(just pulled my little sisters Black Macbook apart and got confused).
This is a tricky situation, any repair you attempt yourself will void warranty, and taking to an authorised apple servicing place will cost a bit.
you can remove battery to avoid more damage following these steps.
http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Repair/Installing-MacBook-Pro-13-Inch-Unibody-Battery/1332/1
I don't recommend you do it though, get someone older (since proclaim to be clumsy)
As mentioned by others, you warranty is probably all but over either way. So if you can find someone confident enough to fix it. My thoughts are do a very careful stripe down and clean up any mess with some isopropyl alcohol? What you guys think?
Yasmeen, in the future I would suggest getting a laptop stand and, a keyboard and a mouse. That way, if you do spill liquid, it will only destroy the <$100 keyboard, and not the >$1,000 laptop.
Lots of heat and very little light in this thread to help the OP.
If this happened to me, here's what I would do. I'm not going to judge or berate, just assume the machine is in the current condition.
1) remove the back panel.
2) do everything possible to unplug the battery. current + liquids kill electronics. Liquid alone is survivable. If this was me, and I didn't find the battery plug to unplug it, I'd go so far as to clip the ground wire from the battery to remove the current path. You can always resolder this later when you need. This is the single, most important step to take - get the voltage out of the machine at all costs. If you do need to clip a wire to remove battery power, it's critical to clip the GROUND wire (usually black). This way, if it accidently touches something, it won't short the battery through the chassis or other board. Be sensible. Tape an loose ends with insulating electrical tape, etc. and leave enough wire on both ends to reconnect later.
3) inspect for evidence of liquid seepage. I'm pretty handy, so I'd disassemble what I easily could - things like remove the hard drive and super drive bay. Go to the ifixit website, look at their dissasembly photos. If you can get as far as removal of the main board and have access to the keyboard and trackpad, you're golden.
4) as I disassemble, clean up whatever liquid I find. If something appears to have seen sugary liquid and has any kind of residue or paste left, I would try to isolate that part, and if possible, rinse in clean water, then let dry, but only if I was sure water couldn't get into anything internal (i.e., I would wash a circuit board or memory module, but not the superdrive or hard drive). Absent this, at least try to clean the residue with a clean, damp cloth.
5) let this dry thoroughly. Make sure there's nothing liquid left when you reassemble (especially cable connectors) and the battery connection. If you've rinsed something or used good, clean water to clean it up, you can gently use a hair dryer to help dry-out parts with possible internal surfaces such as connectors. You do want everything good and dry before you hook it back up.
6) I'm willing to bet that if the machine last worked, and you get it cleaned this way, that you'll be fine. You won't have made it worst, and you'll have a good idea how things look should it need a part for repair.
Best of luck, I feel for you.
One of my long-standing hobbies is underwater photography. I've had cameras "flood" before, including cameras with sensitive electronics. If you get the battery out and don't apply current, you're usually ok. I've rinsed many circuit boards and connectors in clean water, and have recovered from such events. I think you'll recover from this one.
If this happened to me, here's what I would do. I'm not going to judge or berate, just assume the machine is in the current condition.
1) remove the back panel.
2) do everything possible to unplug the battery. current + liquids kill electronics. Liquid alone is survivable. If this was me, and I didn't find the battery plug to unplug it, I'd go so far as to clip the ground wire from the battery to remove the current path. You can always resolder this later when you need. This is the single, most important step to take - get the voltage out of the machine at all costs. If you do need to clip a wire to remove battery power, it's critical to clip the GROUND wire (usually black). This way, if it accidently touches something, it won't short the battery through the chassis or other board. Be sensible. Tape an loose ends with insulating electrical tape, etc. and leave enough wire on both ends to reconnect later.
3) inspect for evidence of liquid seepage. I'm pretty handy, so I'd disassemble what I easily could - things like remove the hard drive and super drive bay. Go to the ifixit website, look at their dissasembly photos. If you can get as far as removal of the main board and have access to the keyboard and trackpad, you're golden.
4) as I disassemble, clean up whatever liquid I find. If something appears to have seen sugary liquid and has any kind of residue or paste left, I would try to isolate that part, and if possible, rinse in clean water, then let dry, but only if I was sure water couldn't get into anything internal (i.e., I would wash a circuit board or memory module, but not the superdrive or hard drive). Absent this, at least try to clean the residue with a clean, damp cloth.
5) let this dry thoroughly. Make sure there's nothing liquid left when you reassemble (especially cable connectors) and the battery connection. If you've rinsed something or used good, clean water to clean it up, you can gently use a hair dryer to help dry-out parts with possible internal surfaces such as connectors. You do want everything good and dry before you hook it back up.
6) I'm willing to bet that if the machine last worked, and you get it cleaned this way, that you'll be fine. You won't have made it worst, and you'll have a good idea how things look should it need a part for repair.
Best of luck, I feel for you.
One of my long-standing hobbies is underwater photography. I've had cameras "flood" before, including cameras with sensitive electronics. If you get the battery out and don't apply current, you're usually ok. I've rinsed many circuit boards and connectors in clean water, and have recovered from such events. I think you'll recover from this one.
diablo2112 has it right.
1. Disassemble,
2. ensure there's no power, including batteries,
3. rinse components in fresh water. (hdd too, it's air tight, no water is getting in there).
4. Let it dry. Don't rub with a rag to dry it, just let it evaporate.
5. If there are some small areas where the water won't leave due to capillary action, rinse with alcohol, as it'll displace the water and evaporate fast.
Most of all, don't panic. Water only kills things when it generates a short, creates corrosion, or leaves deposits (sugar). You can prevent the last two by simple methodical process, as they'll take a while to effect anything.
Oh, don't take note of the fools talking down to your dad. I'm sure he's a lot smarter than them anyway, and at least he tried to help. Say thanks and give him a hug. I'd wager he's feeling pretty bad for you too. The fact that you're upset tells him that you don't take what he provides for granted, which means a lot to parents, trust me.
Good luck
1. Disassemble,
2. ensure there's no power, including batteries,
3. rinse components in fresh water. (hdd too, it's air tight, no water is getting in there).
4. Let it dry. Don't rub with a rag to dry it, just let it evaporate.
5. If there are some small areas where the water won't leave due to capillary action, rinse with alcohol, as it'll displace the water and evaporate fast.
Most of all, don't panic. Water only kills things when it generates a short, creates corrosion, or leaves deposits (sugar). You can prevent the last two by simple methodical process, as they'll take a while to effect anything.
Oh, don't take note of the fools talking down to your dad. I'm sure he's a lot smarter than them anyway, and at least he tried to help. Say thanks and give him a hug. I'd wager he's feeling pretty bad for you too. The fact that you're upset tells him that you don't take what he provides for granted, which means a lot to parents, trust me.
Good luck
I'm sure there are a few handy+bored ppl here that would be happy to help if you paid for postage.. well.. I would but I live in another country haha. I pretty much forced my sister to let reapply thermal paste in her macbook just out of interest.
This 13 year old girl is Out classing all of you douchebags in this thread. Girl way to keep your composure and show these dumbass's how to stay classy. you've learned your lesson, move on and don't forget it. Youre always learning as you grow and believe it or not, this happens to a lot, lot more people the you might think (2 month old iPhone 3GS ruined due to water spill)
And by reading your posts, you seem like a very bright girl...kudos to you and your parents (the person who called out you dad is a d-bag)
and as some have mentioned, it's not as gloom and doom as it may seem, it prolly will work after 3 days and I would certainly pray and hope that it works for you. Hopefully you're a success story
Taran
And by reading your posts, you seem like a very bright girl...kudos to you and your parents (the person who called out you dad is a d-bag)
and as some have mentioned, it's not as gloom and doom as it may seem, it prolly will work after 3 days and I would certainly pray and hope that it works for you. Hopefully you're a success story
Taran
Alright, take a deep breath. Let's get complex. Screw simple.
The tiny bit of sugar content won't have too much of an effect, but the most effective thing you can really do is a good full clean up.
Remove the screws on the bottom to remove the panel. Here you'll see that the "non-removable" nature of the battery is MAX NONSENSE and it takes very little effort to remove and replace it. Take it out.
Follow steps on iFixit to remove the motherboard. Clean out the keyboard and trackpad area with 92% or higher rubbing alcohol. It dissolves without residue so don't worry about that.
Now, if you see any noticable liquid remains on your motherboard, FIRST remove the PRAM battery and try to power it on a few times with no power to be sure to discharge capacitors and what not. CAREFULLY use rubbing alcohol to cleanse the board of liquid stains and/or crud buildup. The same goes for cable connectors you may see with stuff around them.
Wait a few hours to make sure it's all dry *as alcohol is super conductive*, then reassemble. It should be fine.
I know what I'm talking about - I'm typing from a 13" MacBook Pro that had sprite spilled all over it and left for half an hour, then was submerged in a bathtub for an hour (previous owner's problem, and then previous owner's attempt to fix it). It's a miracle it works, but that's a story for another day.
Oh. DO NOT SUBMERGE YOUR HDD IN LIQUID. I don't know why ANYONE thinks they are airtight, but they are NOT. They have a clearly labeled breathing hole to adjust the air pressure and allow for air to come in and out, temperature and pressure related. Liquid will screw this up permanently, because unlike the rest of the computer, you can not expect to take it apart and clean it, and have it still work.
The tiny bit of sugar content won't have too much of an effect, but the most effective thing you can really do is a good full clean up.
Remove the screws on the bottom to remove the panel. Here you'll see that the "non-removable" nature of the battery is MAX NONSENSE and it takes very little effort to remove and replace it. Take it out.
Follow steps on iFixit to remove the motherboard. Clean out the keyboard and trackpad area with 92% or higher rubbing alcohol. It dissolves without residue so don't worry about that.
Now, if you see any noticable liquid remains on your motherboard, FIRST remove the PRAM battery and try to power it on a few times with no power to be sure to discharge capacitors and what not. CAREFULLY use rubbing alcohol to cleanse the board of liquid stains and/or crud buildup. The same goes for cable connectors you may see with stuff around them.
Wait a few hours to make sure it's all dry *as alcohol is super conductive*, then reassemble. It should be fine.
I know what I'm talking about - I'm typing from a 13" MacBook Pro that had sprite spilled all over it and left for half an hour, then was submerged in a bathtub for an hour (previous owner's problem, and then previous owner's attempt to fix it). It's a miracle it works, but that's a story for another day.
Oh. DO NOT SUBMERGE YOUR HDD IN LIQUID. I don't know why ANYONE thinks they are airtight, but they are NOT. They have a clearly labeled breathing hole to adjust the air pressure and allow for air to come in and out, temperature and pressure related. Liquid will screw this up permanently, because unlike the rest of the computer, you can not expect to take it apart and clean it, and have it still work.
well said and +1
Macs are as good as any other computer. People need to stop thinking so highly of themselves for having a mac. There are PC laptops that sell for the same prices as a Macbook too and this accident could have happened to anyone with any laptop
I do however think, regardless of computer, liquids shouldn't be kept near computers
good luck. I did things like that around that age. I remember tripping the on the cord of my laptop sending it 6 feet away.
I hope you can fix it. Worst comes to worst, try to settle with the loss by repairing it or getting the most money you can and maybe getting a refurb.
Wow some people really are douchebags here.
OP, I can't say everything's gonna be fine, however, I've spilled things twice on my old MBP. The first time it was a mixture of coke/vodka straight on to the trackpad+keyboard of it by a drunk friend (yea, that's never happening again) and the second time was a fair amount of coffee onto the entire left speaker grille and a bit of the keyboard. It's still chugging along .
Though to be honest, the keyboard did flake out after that second spill but it was an easy enough replacement off ifixit.
So wait out the 3 days and cross your fingers, all may not be lost!
OP, I can't say everything's gonna be fine, however, I've spilled things twice on my old MBP. The first time it was a mixture of coke/vodka straight on to the trackpad+keyboard of it by a drunk friend (yea, that's never happening again) and the second time was a fair amount of coffee onto the entire left speaker grille and a bit of the keyboard. It's still chugging along
.Though to be honest, the keyboard did flake out after that second spill but it was an easy enough replacement off ifixit.
So wait out the 3 days and cross your fingers, all may not be lost!
Spilt coke on mine (nearer the screen). It turned off instantly. OF course I tried turning it on, but it didn't work. I left it overnight with a fan bearing into it, and it worked in the morning.
Too bad, we do not use American Express..
Mastercard and Visa usually have similar policies.
The OP would need de-ionized water; the HDD is also not watertight (or airtight).
You may find that your parents' home contents insurance may cover this accidental damage (if you have contents insurance that is).
And then, as others have said, your only hope is manual disassembly and clean up (or pay someone to do it).
And then, as others have said, your only hope is manual disassembly and clean up (or pay someone to do it).
Sorry kiddo
I agree with this, unfortunately. Especially if you purchased apple care. What would I do? Well, I am impatient so I would look at websites which show how to do tear downs of MacBook pros. Then I would take it apart and assess the damage myself. How? Sense of smell is key. Look for brown spots. Then I would purchase electronics cleaner (high grade isopropyl alcohol) and carefully clean the sticky coke areas. I don't know if anyone in your family is tech savvy like this, or maybe a friend? If you do decide to venture this way be aware of dangers(electricity,battery) and esd(electrostatic discharge) to protect yourself and your machine. You may also be able to find a local computer shop (i.e. Not best buy) that can do this for you. P.s. Good luck.
Pps. I just read some of the posts here and I can tell you Do Not Use Water. Do not submerge Hdd And I do agree with one of the posts above to remove the battery asap. One of the circuits might get shorted.
I agree with this, unfortunately. Especially if you purchased apple care. What would I do? Well, I am impatient so I would look at websites which show how to do tear downs of MacBook pros. Then I would take it apart and assess the damage myself. How? Sense of smell is key. Look for brown spots. Then I would purchase electronics cleaner (high grade isopropyl alcohol) and carefully clean the sticky coke areas. I don't know if anyone in your family is tech savvy like this, or maybe a friend? If you do decide to venture this way be aware of dangers(electricity,battery) and esd(electrostatic discharge) to protect yourself and your machine. You may also be able to find a local computer shop (i.e. Not best buy) that can do this for you. P.s. Good luck.
Pps. I just read some of the posts here and I can tell you Do Not Use Water. Do not submerge Hdd And I do agree with one of the posts above to remove the battery asap. One of the circuits might get shorted.
Agreed. This is all about patience and plenty of it. Do not restart the laptop again until at least 72 hours have past and ensure you keep the MacBook Pro in a warm dry environment: For more information on this subject I found this press release on the subject - hope it helps a bit. Anyway, it is definitely a good sign that it worked so just leave it as is until the weekend and seek professionally help if you are still worried - let us know if you need more advice and good luck
Unlucky , just keep it off, no matter what you do keep it off. People have also said pouring ionized water to clear out the soda is a good idea also.
No clue what to do other than keep it off for a long time.
, just keep it off, no matter what you do keep it off. People have also said pouring ionized water to clear out the soda is a good idea also.No clue what to do other than keep it off for a long time.
OP: you might want to check with your parents insurances for content insurance, or some kind of insurance that applies to recent CC purchases.
Apart from that, you seem very mature for your age and you have learnt a very important lesson. Best of luck!
Apart from that, you seem very mature for your age and you have learnt a very important lesson. Best of luck!