How to fix "Bluetooth not available" problem on Mac | Latest Guide
0How to Fix "Bluetooth Not Available" Problem on Mac
Encountering the "Bluetooth Not Available" error on your Mac can be frustrating, especially when you need to connect devices wirelessly. This video will guide you through several troubleshooting steps to resolve this issue and restore your Bluetooth functionality.
In this video:
0:00 - Introduction
0:05 - How to Fix "Bluetooth Not Available" Problem on Mac
We'll walk you through a series of steps to fix the Bluetooth error:
1. **Restart Your Mac**:
Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary glitches including Bluetooth errors.
2. **Reset the Bluetooth Module**:
Hold down `Shift + Option` and click the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar.
Choose "Debug" and select "Reset the Bluetooth module".
Restart your Mac after resetting.
3. **Delete Bluetooth Preferences**:
Close any open system preferences or applications that might be using Bluetooth.
Open Finder, then click on `Go` `Go to Folder`.
Type `Library/Preferences/` and hit `Enter`.
Find and delete the file named `com.apple.Bluetooth.plist`.
Restart your Mac to recreate this file with default settings.
4. **Check System Information**:
Open `System Information` from the Utilities folder.
Under `Hardware`, select `Bluetooth` and check for any hardware-related information or errors that might suggest a failure.
5. **Safe Mode**:
Boot your Mac into Safe Mode (hold down `Shift` during startup) to diagnose issues caused by corrupted caches or login items.
6. **SMC Reset**:
For non-T2 chip MacBooks, shut down your computer, then hold `Shift + Control + Option` and the power button for 10 seconds. For desktop Macs and T2 chip models, the process varies, so refer to Apple’s official guidance.
Turn on your Mac and check if Bluetooth is working.
These steps should help you resolve the "Bluetooth Not Available" error, allowing you to reconnect your devices seamlessly
Fix your Mac's Bluetooth problems and get back to your connected lifestyle with this comprehensive troubleshooting guide!
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