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Tom's Guide
17-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
Is your Mac mini dead? Apple confirms power issue affecting some models, offers free fix
If your Mac mini has decided it won't power up anymore, you're not alone. Apple just launched a new repair program for the M2 Mac mini (2023) as a "very small percentage" may no longer power on. The problem affects devices manufactured between June 16, 2024 to November 23, 2024, but that's not an easy way to work out if yours is included. Instead, head over to Apple's Mac mini Service Program page and enter your serial number. If your Apple Mac mini M2 (2023) has the problem that leads to a lot of nothing going on, then you'll be offered a free repair either with Apple direct or an authorized service partner — just fill in your details and go to an Apple Store or partner repair store. Given the type of repair needed, it's likely that you'll be without your Mac mini for at least a couple of days, so it might be a good idea to keep a cheap laptop handy. Even if it's a Windows machine, you can still access a lot of your Apple data on According to Apple's service program, the hardware issue was only introduced to the Mac mini M2 a year ago, with models manufactured between June and November 2024. So it's only just getting an 'official' problem status now. However, Reddit user hkfan451 took to r/macmini in October 2024 to report that their brand new Mac mini M2 had a power issue and Apple wouldn't allow them to mail it in for repair (although you can now that the official service program is in operation). It's not clear if that is the same issue that Apple has now acknowledged, but the timeline would match up. Though, some Mac minis have run into power issues that are unrelated to this manufacturing issue. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In late 2023, there were discussions on the Apple Community forums about Mac mini M2 units losing power. And it's a tricky one to troubleshoot since you don't have a built-in display, so you also need to check that the unit doesn't just appear dead, but actually isn't powering on at all. If there doesn't seem to be any activity from the Mac mini at all — so no beeps, and the status indicator light on the front stays off instead of turning white — then it's time for a service. Fortunately, some power-related issues may also be covered under warranty.
India Today
15-06-2025
- India Today
Apple says some M2 Mac Minis may not power on, check if you are eligible for free repair
If your Mac mini has suddenly decided to take an unexpected nap and won't wake up, Apple might have just the solution, and with no extra cost included. Apple has launched a free repair programme in India to address a manufacturing defect affecting a limited batch of its 2023 Mac mini models powered by the M2 chip. The company says a small number of these units are experiencing a "no power" issue, leaving them unable to turn on due to an internal hardware to Apple's official support documentation, the issue specifically affects Mac mini (2023) models with M2 chips that were produced between June 16, 2024 and November 23, 2024. If a device falls within this manufacturing window and suffers from a power failure, Apple will offer complimentary repairs either through its own service centres or via Apple Authorised Service how do you identify whether your Apple device was produced on these dates? Owners of potentially affected Mac mini units are encouraged to check their device's serial number using a dedicated tool on Apple's support website. Those found eligible can then book an appointment at an Apple Retail Store or bring their device to a participating service provider for inspection and repair. While the repair programme is part of Apple's global service initiative, the company notes that it may limit repairs to the country or region where the device was originally purchased. For Indian customers, this means that eligible devices bought in India can be serviced locally at no Apple has clarified that this programme applies exclusively to the identified "no power" issue on the specified Mac mini M2 models. Other Mac mini variants, as well as different Apple products, are not included in this repair the repair programme does not extend the standard warranty or AppleCare+ coverage, it will remain active for a period of three years from the original date of retail sale. This means customers whose devices are out of warranty but still within the three-year window can still benefit from the free repair decision to address the issue through a dedicated repair programme reflects its ongoing effort to maintain customer trust and satisfaction, particularly when manufacturing flaws affect its premium devices. The 2023 Mac mini, equipped with the powerful M2 chip, has been popular among both professionals and casual users for its performance and compact design, making any hardware hiccup especially frustrating for now, those whose Mac mini M2 units have been rendered unresponsive can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing Apple has a solution in place — and one that won't cost them a rupee.
