Apple’s Mac Mini with M2 processor has a weird issue. It just stops turning on. No warning, nothing. The company says it’s a hardware problem and is offering free repairs.
This problem started showing up in Mac Minis made between June 16, 2024, and November 23, 2024. If your Mac Mini was made during this time and won’t turn on, you can check if it’s eligible for a free fix on Apple’s website. Just enter your Mac Mini’s serial number, and if it qualifies, you can take it to an Apple Store or an authorized service center for a free repair.
What’s Going On?
Apple’s Mac Minis are known for being reliable, but sometimes things go wrong. In this case, the problem is with the hardware, and it’s not something you can fix on your own. The company has launched a service program to deal with the issue, which means they’ll repair or replace the affected Mac Minis for free.
The program is available globally, including in Europe, where the Mac Mini is still under warranty. So, if your Mac Mini is affected, you can get it fixed for free, even if it’s no longer under warranty. Apple says the service program will be available for three years from when the first Mac Mini was made, which means it will run until 2027.
How to Get Your Mac Mini Fixed
If your Mac Mini won’t turn on and you think it might be eligible for the free repair program, here’s what you need to do:
- Go to Apple’s website and enter your Mac Mini’s serial number to check if it qualifies for the program.
- If it does, take your Mac Mini to an Apple Store or an authorized service center.
- The technicians will fix the problem for free, and you’ll have your Mac Mini up and running again in no time.
It’s worth noting that this problem only affects a specific batch of Mac Minis made during a five-month period. If you’re not sure if your Mac Mini is affected, you can check the serial number on Apple’s website to find out.