If you’re unable to boot into recovery because Mac’s keyboard isn’t working, follow the steps below to reset its SMC. Some startup-related issues on Mac can also be resolved by resetting the SMC. Resetting the SMC helps to fix issues causing the processes related to the aforementioned hardware to malfunction. The SMC is a chip that powers certain hardware like a keyboard (and keyboard backlight), fan, batteries, etc. If you can boot into recovery with an external or wired keyboard, you should reset your Mac’s System Management Controller (SMC) to fix the built-in keyboard. Also, you should check whether the external keyboard is properly plugged into your Mac’s USB port/hub. If you’re using a wireless keyboard, Apple recommends switching to a wired keyboard - specifically keyboards made for Mac.
The point is: wait for your keyboard to light up before using the Command + R shortcut to boot into recovery mode. Some even flash a fleeting light at startup. Some MacBook’s keyboard light up immediately, while some take a second or two. Typically, clicking the power button on your MacBook should light up the screen & keyboard. macOS sometimes fail to promptly recognize keyboard input on startup. Troubleshoot Keyboardįirst, check that your keyboard is working correctly. If you don’t make headway after trying multiple times, here are four things to try. This is because the problem with your Mac not booting into recovery mode is sometimes temporary. Before you proceed, we recommend shutting down your Mac and trying again.
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