How can I tell if my MacBook is water damaged?
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How can I tell if my MacBook is water damaged?
How Do You Know If Your Laptop Has Water Damage?
- Corrosion near solder joints.
- White or other discoloration near the motherboard.
- A sticky keyboard.
- Appearance of a bubble under the laptop screen.
Does Apple diagnostics detect water damage?
Keep in mind that not every single hardware issue is going to show up or be flagged by Apple Diagnostics. Neither will something like drying a Mac after the Mac has sustained water or liquid contact, unless the water contact actually damaged something that is then detectable in the diagnostic test.
Do Macbooks have water sensors?
Yes, there are liquid-spill indicators on modern devices that indicate if any liquid and/or moisture has came in contact.
What happens when a MacBook gets water damaged?
Once MacBook water damage has occurred, the liquid will likely make its way to the logic board and other components. The liquid’s minerals and salts immediately begin to eat away at the metal, silicone and fiberglass components.
What to do if your MacBook is exposed to liquid?
Any MacBook that is exposed to liquid requires a thorough inspection, even a small amount of corrosion untreated can cause a system failure further down the road. You will need to completely disassemble your MacBook to ensure a thorough diagnostic.. Here is an idea of what you can expect in a disassembly.
Is your MacBook corrosion causing system failure?
Any MacBook that is exposed to liquid requires a thorough inspection. Even a small amount of corrosion, if left untreated, can cause a system failure further down the road. You will need to completely disassemble your MacBook to ensure a thorough diagnostic.
How do you check for liquid damage on a logic board?
Inspect the logic board for any sign of liquid exposure—This should be done with a high-powered stereo microscope, and each SMD component should be checked for any signs of damage. If damage is found, the logic board should be cleaned ultrasonically, and damaged SMD components should then be replaced.