MacBook Air M2 won’t power on

From symptom to diagnosis

Charge via MagSafe and USB-C is compared, the battery state is checked and the boot sequence is measured. If power delivery is correct, DFU is checked before any physical intervention.

Secondary damage is also checked for. A faulty input can affect the charging circuit; liquid can reach multiple connectors; and a power drop can cause file system damage.

Checks you can perform without opening the machine

Use compatible accessories and test both charging routes when the model has them.

Stop testing if you notice smell, localised heat, liquid or intermittent connections. Continuing to insist may expand a localised fault.

Data depends on the original logic board

On Apple Silicon, storage is integrated and encrypted. Replacing the logic board does not automatically transfer documents, photos or projects. When no backup exists, the strategy should prioritise the original board and avoid actions that erase content.

Before restoring firmware, reinstalling or accepting a replacement, consult the Mac data recovery service.

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