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A1708 / EMC 2978 — Released October 2016, this entry-level MacBook Pro retains its traditional function keys (as opposed to the OLED Touch Bar). The function key version packs an Intel Core i5 and two Thunderbolt 3 ports.

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MacBook is completely unresponsive - Not even fans spin up

My MacBook Pro does not show any signs of life whatsoever. I have tried both a 20w and 27w charger, same result. I have opened it up and see no signs of liquid damage, and from what I know it's never been in contact with any. I have no problem disassembling the whole case if needed for troubleshooting, I just want to get it to power on. The ports seem clean as well.
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Ideally you need a USB-C power meter to place inline with your charger to see what is happening. Given the age of the system it's also possible the battery has failed and requires replacing.

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The computer would still boot without the battery, right? I have tried unplugging it and that didn't change anything. When using some chargers the brick itself heats up, but I don't have a power meter available currently

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@megabytes2048 - Then there is likely a deeper logic board issue as well.

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