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Opening MacBook lid past 45 degree switches off built-in display

Opening MacBook lid past 45 degree switches off built-in display. Any ideas why?

Posted on May 3, 2023 7:58 AM

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Posted on May 3, 2023 11:20 AM

Komaru wrote:

Opening MacBook lid past 45 degree switches off built-in display. Any ideas why?


Indicates a hardware issue with the projector cable/display assembly...


take it in —


Make an appointment for a "hardware issue"

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An external monitor is a work-a-round until you can get it repaired.

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May 3, 2023 11:20 AM in response to Komaru

Komaru wrote:

Opening MacBook lid past 45 degree switches off built-in display. Any ideas why?


Indicates a hardware issue with the projector cable/display assembly...


take it in —


Make an appointment for a "hardware issue"

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Outside the USA

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support



An external monitor is a work-a-round until you can get it repaired.

Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support



Opening MacBook lid past 45 degree switches off built-in display

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