Friday, April 21, 2017
When and How to Reset Mac SMC System Management Controller
When and How to Reset Mac SMC System Management Controller
![]() |
| Reset Mac SMC |
The system management controller (SMC) is a chip in your intel-based Mac, which plays significant roles in controlling thermal and power management,keyboards and other peripherals, battery charging, video mode switching and cooling fans, sleep and wake, hibernation,Power buttons and LED indicators. It also enables enforcement of the Mac OS X End User License, allowing it to identify when it is running on non-Apple hardware.
![]() |
| Reset Mac SMC |
If the SMC firmware is corrupt because of any reason, your mac will start behaving strangely with no apparent reason ? the trackpad would stop working,lights won?t be working correctly,display resolution will change,your computer wont turn on or a number of other issues mentioned below. Most of the time, these issues can be solved by closing all of your apps and restarting the computer. Sometimes, though, you?ll need to reset the SMC by following the computers model-specific intructions described by Apple.
![]() |
| SMC-for-macbook-air-13inch-a1466-2013 |
Fans
- Cooling fans running at high speed.
Lights
- Keyboard Backlight Issues.
- Incorrect behavior with the Status Indicator Lights or Battery Indicator Lights.
- Backlight displays not responding to ambient light changes.
Power
- Your computer won?t turn on
- Non-responsive power button
- Unexpected sleep or shutdown
- Battery not charging properly
- MagSafe LED displays incorrect activity
- A Mac notebook computer doesnt respond properly when you close or open the lid.
System Performance
- The trackpad doesn?t work
- Computer running slowly despite low CPU load
- Long "Bounce" times for application icons in the dock.
- External displays and Ambient Light Sensing
- Unexpectedly switching into or out of target display mode for external displays.
- Your computer won?t connect to Wi-Fi
- Applications may not function correctly, or they may stop responding after being opened.
- The illumination around the I/O ports on a Mac Pro (Late 2013) does not activate when you move the computer.
Resetting the SMC is usually accomplished by removing all power from the system for a period of time (by unplugging the mains connector or removing the battery) or by operating the power button in a special way.Read the following steps to know how to Reset SMC.
Reset the SMC on Mac notebook computers
First determine whether the battery is removable. Mac notebook computers that have a nonremovable battery include MacBook Pro (Early 2009) and later, all models of MacBook Air, MacBook (Late 2009), and MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015). Learn more about Mac notebook batteries.
Reset SMC of Macbook whose battery is nonremovable
- Shut down the Mac.
- Plug in the MagSafe or USB-C power adapter to a power source and to your Mac.
- Using the built-in keyboard, press Shift-Control-Option on the left side of the keyboard, then press the power button at the same time.
![]() | |
|
- Release all keys, then press the power button again to turn on your Mac
Reset SMC of Macbook whose battery is removable
- Shut down the Mac.
- Disconnect the MagSafe power adapter from the Mac.
- Remove the battery. (Learn about removing the battery in MacBook and MacBook Pro computers.)
![]() |
| Remove the Battery of Macbook Pro to Reset SMC |
- Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.
- Reconnect the battery and MagSafe power adapter.
- Press the power button to turn on the Mac.
- The LED on MagSafe power adapters might change states or temporarily turn off when you reset the SMC.
- Shut down the Mac.
- Unplug the power cord.
- Wait 15 seconds.
- Plug the power cord back in.
- Wait 5 seconds, then press the power button to turn on the Mac.
- For Intel-based Xserve computers that arent responding, you can shut down locally or by using remote commands. You can also shut down by pressing and holding the power button for 5 seconds.
Note:- Resetting the SMC does not reset or otherwise change the contents of NVRAM or PRAM on Intel-based Macs.
The SMC is responsible for these and other low-level functions on Intel-based Macs:
- Responding to presses of the power button
- Responding to the display lid opening and closing on portable Macs
- Battery management
- Thermal management
- The SMS (Sudden Motion Sensor)
- Ambient light sensing
- Keyboard backlighting
- Status indicator light (SIL) management
- Battery status indicator lights
- Selecting an external (instead of internal) video source for some iMac displays
![]() |
| Update for SMC |
Available link for download
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Who Needs Apple When the FBI Could Hack Terrorist iPhone Itself BusinessWeek
Who Needs Apple When the FBI Could Hack Terrorist iPhone Itself BusinessWeek
- Experts say Feds could access data without going to court
- A kiosk in a Chinese mall holds a potential solution
Available link for download
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Troubleshooting Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in running Windows 7 Error
Troubleshooting Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in running Windows 7 Error
Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in, running Windows 7
Hi all, i want to ask about my notebooks battery meter...
My notebooks battery meter/indicator doesnt increase / move up when it reaches 85%....
ÿIt happened yesterday, i wanted to charge the battery because the notification showed that the battery meter had reached 10%
then, i plugged in the AC adaptor...
after 2 hours(usually my battery will be fully charged in 2 hours although I open many heavy programs such as Windows media player, Mozzila, etc), i thought my laptops battery already fully charge / 100%..
but it wasnt
fully charged...
only 85%....
then I let it charged for a few hours again maybe it would be full....
but it didnt change significant...
only increased 1% into 86%
ÿI tried again on this morning, but Its same...
ÿPlease help me mr/mrs...! Because that notebook is very important for me..
for addition..
my notebook type is Acer aspire 4740G windows 7, I just bought it in May 2010 (just a month)
ÿsorry if my english is bad :D
*original title - My laptop battery meter doesnt increase (plz help me)*
Anwsers to the Problem Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in, running Windows 7
Download Error Fixer (Free)
Hi Corleon Albertonaldo,
Did you do any hardware/software changes on your laptop recently?
You may try the below 2 methods, one by one, and check if this helps.
Method 1:
a.ÿClick on Start button > All programs > Samsung > Battery Life Extender > Battery Life Extender.ÿ
b.ÿClick "yes" if prompted.
When the program launches you should have the option to go back and forth between 100 and 80% on your battery.
c.ÿSelect this option and check for the issue.
Method 2: You may also try these steps which has helped few in resolving such issues.
a.ÿTurn off your computer/laptop and let it cool down.
b.ÿUnplug the power supply and take the battery out for about 5min.
Clean its connections then put it back on your laptop to charge it again.
c.ÿTurn on the computer and see if it charges to 100%.
For further assistance I would recommend you to contact its manufacturer.
http://support.acer.com/
http://us.acer.com/acer/home.do?LanguageISOCtxParam=en&sp=page2&ctx2.c2att1=0&CountryISOCtxParam=US&ctx1g.c2att92=453&acond24=25&ctx1.att21k=1&CRC=4168717908
Thanks and Regards
Umesh P - Microsoft Support.
Visit our
Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.
[If this post helps to resolve your issue, please click the "Mark as Answer" or "Helpful" button at the top of this message.
By marking a post as Answered, or Helpful you help others find the answer faster.]
Make Sure that your Computer Meets the System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Requirements :
- 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
- 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
- 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
This error can be due to some configuration requirements for you system. If your PC hardware is not up to par, then make sure you upgrade where necessary before continuing.
Another Safe way to Repair the Problem: Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in, running Windows 7:
How to Fix Acer Aspire laptop battery not recharging when plugged in, running Windows 7 with SmartPCFixer?
1. Click the button to download Error Fixer . Install it on your computer. Open it, and it will perform a scan for your computer. The junk files will be shown in the list.
2. After the scan is done, you can see the errors and problems which need to be repaired.
3. The Repair part is done, the speed of your computer will be much higher than before and the errors have been removed. You can also use other functions in this software. Like dll downloading, junk file cleaning and print spooler error repair.
Related: [Solved] Applications have stopped working with SP1 on Windows 7!,[Solved] I cant find auto complete text in word 2007,[Solution] I need to keep reinstalling eHome Infrared Transceiver driver everytime my computer shuts down.,How to Resolve - system restore not working windows 7?,Unable to open embedded word file on the intranet. [Solved],Solution to Error: Error: "0x81000032 make sure the C: drive is online and set to NTFS" when trying to backup to external hard drive.
,Troubleshoot:External Hard Drive not listed in Windows 7 backup wizard Error
,Im always being signed off so annoying Tech Support
,Solution to Problem: Impossible to use Internet Explorer! I keep getting the same error message every time i try to use IE.
,Solution to Problem: Referencing data in another file
,[Anwsered] Thinkpad 8611 Boot,How to Resolve - Svchost Helper?,Fast Solution to Problem: L30 101 Driver Windows 7,Troubleshooter of Error: Io Device,How to Fix Error - Dell Laptop Code 39?
Read More: Solution to Problem: activate hyperlink,Solution to Error: ActiveX component cant creat object -Code 8000A01AD,800B0100 Error Code,Add features to windows 8.1 disabled [Solved],How to Fix - A simple settings question?,Cannot delete empty file icon on desktop...,Cannot download flashplayer,cant get the CIA review progrom install which is an older version,Cannot access one website-DNS server not responding.,Cant Receive or Send Vista Windows Mail - Router stopped recognizing DSL connection & wants to dial up
Available link for download
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Tips Windows 7 explorer crashes when copying files
Tips Windows 7 explorer crashes when copying files
If you got problems from coping files on Windows 7 and Explorer continue to crash you could try this options:
Here is a Microsoft KB2694911 Base Article full dedicated to this issue:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2694911
Method 5: You installed some software that creates some problems, please restore you system to a precedent system restore point
Method 6: Disable some plugin or dll that creates problem in Explorer, you can read this blog article:
http://www.alessandromazzanti.com/2014/02/tips-explorer-crash-how-to-solve.html
Method 7:
Sometimes faulty RAM (Random-Access Memory) can cause intermittent problems within Windows. Use the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool by clicking Start, type Memory Diagnostics and select the result in the list. When the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool window appears, choose Restart now and check for problems (recommended).
Method 7: Perform a clean Boot :
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929135
Method 8: This problem could be related to video card drivers/software problem, in this case it would be fine to reinstall them or change GPU that is used in this moment (internally or GPU)
Outdated or corrupt video drivers can cause Windows Explorer to stop working. Downloading and installing the latest video driver can solve many of these issues. You can do this from using Windows Update or by visiting your system manufacturer?s website or by contacting them directly.
For more information on updating your drivers, see the following content on the Microsoft website:
Update drivers: recommended links
You can use ShellExView program to disable dll or plugin in Internet Explorer that causes problems:
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/shexview.html
Available link for download
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Veeam B R 7 8 9 stopped to work when renamed server name how to solve
Veeam B R 7 8 9 stopped to work when renamed server name how to solve
With Veeam 7/8/9 B&R stop to work if you rename server.
To restore functionality you need to change and analyze these register fields putting new server name.
I suggest to eviscerate every single key, could you have more subfolder than in my case
HKLMSOFTWARE
VeeamVeeam Backup and ReplicationSqlServerName
VeeamVeeam Backup CatalogCatalogSharedFolderPath
HKLMSOFTWAREWow6432Node
VeeamVeeam Backup and ReplicationSqlServerName
VeeamVeeam Backup CatalogCatalogSharedFolderPath
VeeamVeeam Backup Packages{06C5CCDE-FB93-4566-A13F-75C8A2AFABDC}{564d7967-2024-de0e-f087-bc2e39fba624} ame
Its important that you will change registry keys that are related to sql istances:
HKLMSoftwareVeeaMVeeam Backup CatalogSqlServerName (Should be local)
HKLMSoftwareVeeaMVeeam Backup ReportingSqlServerName (Should be local)
Available link for download
Saturday, December 24, 2016
What We??ll Do When Ad Tech Dies
What We??ll Do When Ad Tech Dies
Available link for download
Friday, December 2, 2016
Troubleshooter of Error 646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321
Troubleshooter of Error 646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321
646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321.
I have Windows Vista Home Premium with a Service Pack 2.ÿ System type 32-bit Operating System.ÿ KB976321 will not update.ÿ I have Office Home and Student 2007.ÿ Any suggestions?
Solutions to the Problem 646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321.
Download Error Fixer (Free)
Every once in a while, you need to install patches manually.ÿ Have you tried downloading and runningÿthe patch manually (without the use of Windows Update)?
If not, you can download the patch here:ÿ
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=160ad53e-6475-4550-90c2-444e4abea730.ÿ Clickk Download then Run.ÿ Youll need to accept the agreement then click Continue.ÿÿAfter it installs, run Microsoft Update again
andÿclick Check for updates.ÿ Hopefully it will show that you are completely patched.
If that doesnt work, try running Microsofts OneCare safety scanner.ÿ Sometimes it will resolve hidden registry issues, or can clear up viruses which can prevent installation of patches:
http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/center/whatsnew.htm.
Click
Full Service Scan, then Quick scan (complete scan takes a very long time to complete).
Try the patches again.
Barbara
In this method we will try to Boot in Safe mode with Networking and see if the error still persists.
- Search "MSCONFIG" and Open.
- Click on Boot Tab
- Tick Safe Boot in Boot Option
- Select Network.
- Click Apply and OK.
- Reboot your System.
Another Safe way to Fix the Problem: 646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321.:
How to Fix 646 Error code when updating Vista Home for my Office Home and Student 2007 for KB976321. with SmartPCFixer?
1. You can Download Error Fixer here. Install it on your computer. When you open SmartPCFixer, it will perform a scan.
2. After the scan is finished, you can see the errors and problems need to be repaired. Click Fix All.
3. The Repair part is finished, the speed of your computer will be much higher than before and the errors have been removed. You can also use other functions in SmartPCFixer. Like dll downloading, junk file cleaning and print spooler error repair.
Related: How to Fix 3371 Errors in Windows XP,7,8&8.1?,Repair Corrupt Cab Files Error - How to Fix,Skchui.dll Error - How to Fix,Symantec Antivirus Slows Down Computer Error - How to Resolve,Error Windows Xp System Restore Incomplete Fix Solution,How to Fix - After updating from Internet Explorer 6 to Internet Explorer 9, my Favorites are lost?,How to Fix - Combination Stacked-Clustered Chart in Excel - Align data with horizontal tick marks?,Solution to Error: Macro to search and copy rows to different sheets based on cell value,Need solution to this problem in order to stop Vista from beeping.__"Your version of Microsoft Deprecated DLL Components isnt compatible with this version of Windows",Server Error in / Application.Site also runtime error [Solved],2 msn.com site,2007 Performance Issue / Very slow saves to network share,Can I use my HP D110A web service printer as a proxy server?,can i use a zoom 56k v.92/v.90 modem with 64b dileup? netzero said i might have the rong modem?,Can I downgrade to win 32-bit?
Available link for download
Monday, October 31, 2016
Top 3 Selections for You When You Forgot Yahoo Password and Security Question
Top 3 Selections for You When You Forgot Yahoo Password and Security Question
As for Yahoo users, the Yahoo account means everything to you. With a Yahoo account, you can use all the Yahoo service such as Email, Messenger and Answers. In order to use the Yahoo account, you have to type correct Yahoo ID and password at the same time. If one of them is incorrect, you cant login the account successfully. However, sometimes we may have trouble remember them. Some users may forget Yahoo ID, while others may not able to remember the login password. What?s even worse, a part of them may even forget the security question. In this post, we will talk about it.

The Yahoo ID is actually the Yahoo email address, and the password is created and remembered by you, Yahoo will not keep your login password. That is to say, once you register a Yahoo account, you have to remember the Yahoo ID and login password correctly, otherwise, you are not able to continue login your Yahoo account. Well, you are not expected to see that situation occurs. Therefore, try your best to handle with this problem and take it seriously is your responsibility.
What to Do When You Forgot Yahoo Password and Security Question?
If you forgot Yahoo password and need to login the account urgently, what will you take action to do? Most of the persons have learned that they can make use of the security questions, but not everyone is so lucky to remember his or her security question and answers. Fortunately, there are still other options you can take advantage of.Selection 1: Reset Yahoo Password with Mobile Number
When you register Yahoo account, you have to type the mobile number and that is required to type in, you cant leave it blank. Otherwise, you will not sign up the Yahoo account now. Consequently, once you forgot Yahoo password and the security question, you can reset it soon.Step 1: Click the "I cant access my account" on the Yahoo login page from the computer and then it will jump into another page about your account problem.
Step 2: Select "I have a problem with my password" and then click the "Next" button. Then it will skip to another page and require you to type the mobile number.
Step 3: Type your mobile number and then click "Next" button, then Yahoo will send a verification code to your phone. Then you will see another page that allows you to type the code.
Step 4: Copy the code and paste it to the textbox, then you can reset your Yahoo password successfully.

Selection 2: Recover Yahoo Password with Optional Recovery Number
The Optional Recovery Number is appeared when you create the new Yahoo account. But it is different from the Mobile number because it is not the required field. Therefore, if you have filled in it and remember the recovery number, you might as well ask for help from it and try it right now. The steps are similar to selection 1, so good luck to you and hope you are able to recover your Yahoo password successfully.Selection 3: Crack Yahoo Password with Yahoo Password Recovery Tool
Another method to help you when you forgot Yahoo password and security question and answers is to make use of the third party Yahoo password recovery software to crack it. One of the best and frequently-used tools is SmartKey Password Recovery Bundle. It is a toolkit that included approximately 22 different password recovery tools. And you can try the Firefox Password Recovery or Internet Explorer Password Recovery to deal with your Yahoo password problem.How to Download This Smart Yahoo Password Key
Way 1: If you are interested in how to use this powerful password recovery toolkit that is made from SmartKey software, you can Google search and visit and download from its official website.Way 2: You can click the image as below and secure download and then install it from CNET download page as well:

How to Use This Professional Yahoo Password Recovery Software
You can know how to use it from its official guide page, or watch this video guide about how to use SmartKey password recovery bundle to recover Yahoo password when you forgot it:Available link for download





