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Mac mini (Late 2009) Symptom Charts — Startup and Power 29
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.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA22044 or
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA22045.
Disconnect all third party devices and conrm 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 sucient clearance to allow air to ow
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 identied
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 aected 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.