MagSafe 2 was in use from June 2012 until June 2017. MagSafe 1 was in use from January 2006 until June 2012. MagSafe adapters came in two different types – MagSafe 1 and MagSafe 2. USB-Type C to MagSafe version 1 cable (L-Tip) Thoroughly tested for performance and durability. With built-in LED light status to indicate charging status. With the USB-C end, pair it with the 45/60W PD Charger.
Precision Magsafe 1 charge cable offers a superior quality third party option to replace your Macbook Pro or Macbook Air's Magsafe 2 charger. **MagSafe 1 L-Shape connector is for 2012 JUN or before ** With enough pressure from the good old court of public opinion - he should be fine.⚡ ️45/60W/Support 85W ⚡ ️- 1.8M Type C USB-C To Magsafe 1 L Shape Honestly, if you already have romex in the house, a require to fix polarity and ground would be less than $1,200 and not just a good investment, but a darn good idea if he wants to not burn to death in the middle of the night.Īnyway, it's probably all moot, as this has happened before and there is already a Class Action suit about it. If his house wiring is reversed polarity with an open ground, then he should go after his electrician or his home inspector (if its a recent purchase). I know NJ insurance stinks a real ripe one, but most people have $1,000 or $1,500 not $2,400+.Īnyway, lets just hope Apple replaces is and if they don't I'd be one of the very, very many people calling and writing letters to air my disgust that they didn't replace it. My homeowners insurance covered it and then went after the auto insurance company of the ditz that hit me.Īs far as deductibles go, I really doubt his deductible is more than the replacement cost of a 15" MBP. Heck, I was in a car accident and my MBP got smashed because it flew out of the bag, and I wasn't even close to home. For instance, any computer equipment up to $10,000 is covered. The head genius wasn't there though and I'm told I'll need to talk to him.Īs I can't speak for all insurance policies because different people have different budgets - most I have seen, have an "Umbrella Policy" with different maximums for electronics and computers. I just got back from the Apple Store today and they're replacing it, no charge. I always utilize safe operating procedures when it comes to the magsafe. I am a perfectionist when it comes to my Apple products. I was so happy to get it home only to find 6 hours later it was on fire. As per the users on Reddit, Magsafe 3 connector often fails to deliver the. Yesterday, I just got the laptop back from the Apple Store again because the logic board and fan assembly needed to be replaced, I think due to the same issue. The MacBook Pro laptop was first introduced in January 2006 it replaced the. This laptop has broken two other power supplies, granted not to this extent. I had a folder underneath the computer too and that burned as well.Īnother thing, I believe it's the computer not the magsafe. There were green flames coming off of it. The magsafe, though, was completely engulfed. It wasn't a black smoke really, it seemed like a lighter, grayer smoke. There was smoke coming out of the keyboard, around the edges and out the ports on the left side. I'm sure it wouldn't be as bad if I caught it early, but I was asleep. I woke up an hour and a half later with it burning.
It needed to copy over 100GB of data and, as the manual states, "you may need to plug your computer in and leave it on overnight to complete the first backup". So the story is that I was doing an initial backup over my network to a time capsule. Have you checked your outlets to make sure that the polarity isn't reversed, that there isn't an open ground, open neutral or a short somewhere on the circuit it was plugged in to?īefore you do, I would suggest removing the battery and taking a multimeter to it to ensure it is functioning within proper limits. Was the power supply plugged into s surge protector or UPS at the time? Here is a checklist of some questions you should have answers to, before contacting Apple or your insurance company.īefore the fire, did the power adapter or cords show any signs of excessive wear, bubbling, bunching or fraying? Was the power adapter unusually hot? Note that Power Adapters can get pretty hot (up to 41 C) and still be running normally. If Apple does not cover it, if you have homeowners or renters insurance, they will most likely cover the damage at close to replacement value. I've been a firefighter for 12 years, I've seen my fair share of burnt electronics.