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The MacBook Pro isn't compatible with Windows.

The MacBook Pro isn't compatible with Windows.

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Nebel_Tobbi
Junior Member
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12-04-2016, 08:24 PM
#1
Earlier, my MacBook Pro 2010 wouldn't boot into MacOS and couldn't be reinstalled. I did a clean install using a flash drive, which worked mostly. There are three problems: the headphone jack is broken and shows a red light, the speakers aren't functioning properly, and the trackpad doesn’t support two-finger scrolling. Someone could help explain these issues.
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Nebel_Tobbi
12-04-2016, 08:24 PM #1

Earlier, my MacBook Pro 2010 wouldn't boot into MacOS and couldn't be reinstalled. I did a clean install using a flash drive, which worked mostly. There are three problems: the headphone jack is broken and shows a red light, the speakers aren't functioning properly, and the trackpad doesn’t support two-finger scrolling. Someone could help explain these issues.

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ReelFishn
Member
169
12-05-2016, 09:56 PM
#2
The headphone jack also works with TOSLINK, which explains the red light you notice. It seems you're not currently using Bootcamp drivers. Could you share your Windows version and the specific MacBook Pro 2010 model (usually listed on the bottom, starting with ABC###LL/A or A1394)?
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ReelFishn
12-05-2016, 09:56 PM #2

The headphone jack also works with TOSLINK, which explains the red light you notice. It seems you're not currently using Bootcamp drivers. Could you share your Windows version and the specific MacBook Pro 2010 model (usually listed on the bottom, starting with ABC###LL/A or A1394)?

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pinkwolf_pvp
Member
144
12-06-2016, 09:58 AM
#3
I own an A1278 MacBook running Windows 10 Pro 64-bit. I didn’t install via Bootcamp, so I performed a clean installation. The system is now running and I’ve added a 64GB SSD. NOTE: Another issue—my keyboard backlight isn’t working, and I don’t know what to do.
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pinkwolf_pvp
12-06-2016, 09:58 AM #3

I own an A1278 MacBook running Windows 10 Pro 64-bit. I didn’t install via Bootcamp, so I performed a clean installation. The system is now running and I’ve added a 64GB SSD. NOTE: Another issue—my keyboard backlight isn’t working, and I don’t know what to do.

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SarityJr
Member
175
12-08-2016, 10:53 AM
#4
Bootcamp drivers for Windows help connect your Mac's hardware with Windows properly. Apple hasn't added Windows 10 support for your 2010 MacBook Pro, so you'll need to use Windows 7 as a workaround. These drivers don't install Windows directly, but they're essential for some devices to work correctly. Keep in mind that certain hardware won't function without official Apple support.

Win 10 Bootcamp: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT204990
Win 7 Bootcamp: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT205016
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SarityJr
12-08-2016, 10:53 AM #4

Bootcamp drivers for Windows help connect your Mac's hardware with Windows properly. Apple hasn't added Windows 10 support for your 2010 MacBook Pro, so you'll need to use Windows 7 as a workaround. These drivers don't install Windows directly, but they're essential for some devices to work correctly. Keep in mind that certain hardware won't function without official Apple support.

Win 10 Bootcamp: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT204990
Win 7 Bootcamp: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT205016

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trj55
Member
175
12-08-2016, 02:48 PM
#5
Hey, it's okay. The laptop is pretty portable and I was aiming for a more recent setup. I don’t need speakers, but that’s nice. Can I get the keyboard backlight turned on?
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trj55
12-08-2016, 02:48 PM #5

Hey, it's okay. The laptop is pretty portable and I was aiming for a more recent setup. I don’t need speakers, but that’s nice. Can I get the keyboard backlight turned on?

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BritishPing
Member
105
12-10-2016, 04:34 AM
#6
Apple tends to limit product support despite offering longer warranty periods. To fix the keyboard backlight, you'll need Apple-provided drivers or a custom patch from a community.
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BritishPing
12-10-2016, 04:34 AM #6

Apple tends to limit product support despite offering longer warranty periods. To fix the keyboard backlight, you'll need Apple-provided drivers or a custom patch from a community.