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Apple Computing Products:
macOS - Notebook Hardware
Black 13" MacBook Not Detecting HD
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<blockquote data-quote="chscag" data-source="post: 887805" data-attributes="member: 46727"><p>If it boots OK from the original install media, then we know that the Logic board is OK and graphics are likewise OK. That leaves us with the possibility of a defective HDD controller (which would be unusual) or a mechanical defect. By mechanical defect I'm referring to the actual HDD connector in the battery compartment.</p><p></p><p>Look inside of the HDD slot as best you can with a flashlight. Sometimes the rubber insulator rails which guide the drive come loose and block the connector. It's really difficult to see inside completely unless you disassemble the bottom of the machine from the case. Not a fun job.</p><p></p><p>Let us know.</p><p></p><p>Regards.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="chscag, post: 887805, member: 46727"] If it boots OK from the original install media, then we know that the Logic board is OK and graphics are likewise OK. That leaves us with the possibility of a defective HDD controller (which would be unusual) or a mechanical defect. By mechanical defect I'm referring to the actual HDD connector in the battery compartment. Look inside of the HDD slot as best you can with a flashlight. Sometimes the rubber insulator rails which guide the drive come loose and block the connector. It's really difficult to see inside completely unless you disassemble the bottom of the machine from the case. Not a fun job. Let us know. Regards. [/QUOTE]
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