Burnt smell/odor, Burnt smell/odor 29 – Apple Mac mini Late 2009 (Technician Guide) User Manual
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Mac mini (Late 2009) Symptom Charts — Startup and Power
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2009-11-03
Burnt Smell/Odor
Unlikely cause: speakers, microphone, housing
Quick Check
Symptoms
Quick Check
Burnt Smell/Odor
Burning smell
•
Unusual odor
•
Verify source of smell/odor is emanating from the
1.
system.
Refer to KBase articles:
2.
.
Disconnect all third party devices and confirm
3.
whether the odor is being generated by the
device.
Inspect air intake and air outlets for obstructions.
4.
To prevent overheating make sure there
is sufficient clearance to allow air to flow
unobstructed into and out of the system.
Verify whether system is functional.
5.
Go to Deep Dive.
6.
Deep Dive
Check
Result
Action
Code
Verify whether the source of
1.
the odor can be identified
by visually inspecting each
module and it’s associated
cables for signs of burned or
damaged components, smoke
residue, burned traces, or
melted or damaged wiring,
Yes
Replace affected module(s).
Go to step 2
P08
No
Unable to locate source of
odor. Go to step 3.
Disconnect all 3rd party devices
2.
and cables. Power ON system
and verify whether smoke or
strong odor returns.
Yes
Power down system
immediately. Go to step 3.
No
System functions correctly.
Verify system functionality
with 3rd party devices and
cables and return system
to user if problem has been
resolved. Consult 3rd party
companies as needed for
issues with those products.