How to Fix Mac USB Ports Not Working
How
to Fix Mac USB Ports Not Working
·
Example:
Mac
·
Steps:
1.
Restart
Your MacBook:
·
Click
the Apple Menu (top-left) and choose Restart.
·
Wait
for the Mac to Reboot.
·
After
it’s back on, plug a USB device in and check the port.
2.
Check
for Software Updates
·
Click
the Apple menu → System Settings.
·
Go
to General → Software Update.
·
If
an Update is available, tap Update Now and follow the prompts.
·
Restart
you Mac when the update finishes, then test the USB port.
3.
Reset
the SMC
Resetting the
SMC can resolve hardware problems like malfunctioning USB ports by clearing
corrupted settings.
For MacBooks
with non-removable batteries:
·
Shut
down your mac.
·
Press
and hold Shift + Command + Option + Power button for 10 seconds.
·
Release
all keys.
·
Press
the Power button to turn it back on.
For MacBook
with Removeable batteries (older models):
·
Shut
down your Mac.
·
Take
out the Battery.
·
Hold
the Power button for 5 second.
·
Put
the battery back in.
·
Press
Power to turn on.
4.
Clearing
the PRAM or NVRAM
Resetting
PRAM/NVRAM can fix USB port problems by clearing stored configurations related
to hardware.
For Intel
Mac:
·
Turn
Off your Mac.
·
Turn
it on and immediately hold Option + Command + P + R.
·
Hold
until your Mac restarts twice.
Note:
M1/M2 Macs reset this automatically during restart.