SKU: NPS001

Apple Original (1st Gen) Dead HomePod No-Power Repair Fix Service

Description

Apple Original (1st Gen) Dead HomePod No-Power Repair Fix Service

Order this repair service if your Apple Original HomePod 1st Gen (Model: A1639, MPN: MQHV2LL/A or MQHW2LL/A) does not turn on – aka “HomePod No-Power”. In such cases, the HomePod shows no signs of life when you plug it into a power outlet. The status light wheel on top does not light up, and the HomePod is practically “bricked”.

While the symptom suggests a malfunction of the internal power adapter, the root cause is often simpler. A small internal, failed Schottky barrier diode on the amplifier board. When this diode shorts-out, the HomePod becomes completely unresponsive when plugged in to a power outlet.

The HomePod no-power service includes:

To remedy the problem and to ensure longevity of your HomePod, we perform the following in this “HomePod No Power” service:

  1. We desolder the faulty Schottky barrier diode, and solder a brand new diode from a known-good production batch back onto the amplifier board.
  2. We bolster the padding between the subwoofer and the support frame using a high-quality durable foam. We may do the same the woofer and the top ring to stem any potential rattles that may be caused due to aging rubber grommets that anchor the woofer to the frame.
  3. We use a high-density 3M foam tape on the ribbon that connect the logic board to the amplified board, microphones, and the diagnostics port to prevent contact of the ribbon with the subframe.
  4. We reset the unit, update the firmware/software and test overnight to ensure everything is OK.
  5. In some cases, we may also replace four ceramic capacitors that eventually tend to fail on the amplifier board. When they fail, the result very loud “death farts”, which renders your HomePod practically unusable.

All of the above services are a part of our HomePod No-Power service, and included in your purchase.

Free mail-in mail-out USPS shipping

We strive for your convenience by providing worry-free, prepaid USPS shipping. This provides multiple benefits to you:

  • We pass on the savings from our competitive USPS commercial shipping rates to you by handling the shipping labels ourselves. If we asked you to ship, you’d pay the retail rate for shipping and would cost more to you.
  • We reduce potential shipping errors, because we handle everything electronically and addresses come directly from our system.
  • It is prepaid, so you do not need to worry about any payments.
  • United States Postal Service is widely available throughout the US.
  • Shipment tracking is available and provided, so both you and us can see where your HomePod is and when it is delivered.

Please see our video on how we perform this service on our YouTube channel and let us know if you have any questions or comments.

Additional information

Weight 6.3 lbs
Dimensions 14 × 12 × 10 in
Brand

Apple
Model

HomePod
Type

Smart Speaker
Manuf. Part Number

MQHV2LL/A, MQHW2LL/A
UPC

0190198504494, 0019019850452

17 reviews for Apple Original (1st Gen) Dead HomePod No-Power Repair Fix Service

  1. S. Andrew –

    I can’t tell you what a great experience I had using this service, great communication and super fast repair! I had my HomePod back in a week and it works awesome, so glad it’s working again, well worth the $70. This is the real deal!!!

  2. k3nk3nt (verified owner) –

    Very fast and high quality service exactly like Apple Mail in Warranty Service. This is currently the best HomePod service on the market for the price and value. Super highly recommended. Thank you for reviving my HomePod.

  3. Cara D –

    Super quick turn around. Shipped same day. HomePod repaired and working like new. Communication was excellent.

  4. Ben S (verified owner) –

    Very fast turn around time! Brought my homepod back from the dead! Will be using your service again in the near future. Thanks!!

  5. Joshua D –

    Excellent communication and very fast turnaround. Service performed exactly as promised; HomePod is working once again and looks just as it did before repair. Great seller, smooth transaction. Thank you!

  6. Philip N (verified owner) –

    “Outstanding service and super-fast turnaround. How to cost-effectvely salvage a dead-as-a-doornail $300 speaker that is very hard to disassemble let alone figure out what to repair? Apple wanted $275 to do it (no comment), MN Tech did a superb job for a fraction of that, the unit is like new and works flawlessly. Bravo! And excellent communication all along.”​

  7. Don Kimmick (verified owner) –

    Exceeded all my expectations. Very professional. Kept in the loop thru the entire process. They even did some preventive maintenance replacing some capacitors that were weak but not yet failing at no charge. The best customer experience I have had in years. The turn around time was quick as well.

  8. AM (verified owner) –

    This service is great. Shipping was super easy and I got the HomePod shipped back the second day. I got it back within a week from when I shipped it, and it works perfectly now.

  9. Ben S. (verified owner) –

    Minn-Tech went above and beyond with my second homepod repair. They repaired parts that were worn out but didn’t need to be replaced (yet), free of charge! This is the kind of customer service more companies need to implement! Very happy with my newly fixed homepod that will hopefully last many years to come! Thanks!

  10. David Engelbach –

    Surprisingly good service. My dead HomePod was restored to like new with no issues. The company kept me informed about the stages of service and the pricing is fair for the work done. I would recommend them.

  11. Dusty (verified owner) –

    I was looking to sell my old home pod when I came across this repair shop. I was amazed at how fast they repaired it and sent it back to me. I highly recommend this company and would definitely use them again.

  12. Borys (verified owner) –

    After moving to a new place, one of my HomePods wouldn’t turn on and I thought the only option would be to buy a new one… But these guys fixed it in no time, and I found it extra handy that they provide a shipping label. Cannot recommend them enough!

  13. Jeff (verified owner) –

    EXCELLENT, WOW, FANTASTIC WOULD DEFINITELY USE AGAIN!!! My son’s first generation HomePod was dead. Apple wants $275 to fix, might as well buy a new one. Googled the symptoms, saw YouTube videos on how to fix, honestly I would never be able to put it back together on first try, not to mention buying the right tools. Googled repairs in my area (Chicago suburbs), nothing. Came across Minn-Tech, what a find. For $69 (including shipping both ways!), Minn-Tech fixed the no power issue and replaced four ceramic DC filter capacitors as a preventive measure at no additional charge! Sent the HomePod on Tuesday 10/29 and was just delivered today, Monday 11/4. Works perfectly. Couldn’t ask for a better result. Thank you Minn-Tech!!! My family has 7 other first gen HomePods, needless to say I’ve booked marked Minn-Tech. THANK YOU!!!

  14. Joe Kimmerle (verified owner) –

    Excellent communtcation! Fantastic work a great job well done on my 1st gen HomePod! I thought the thing was shot and purchased a 2nd gen HomePod and needless to say I didn’t open it and will be taking it back! Thanks Minn-tech!

  15. Craig –

    Amazingly rapid turnaround with great communication. My “dead” HomePod works like new. So happy. Highly recommended.

  16. Tim (verified owner) –

    Excellent service! My dead HomePod was repaired very quickly and works like new! Excellent communication throughout the process. The prepaid shipping label made it very convenient.

  17. Carlos (verified owner) –

    My HomePod died on me after updating to 18.1. It would show no sign of life, even when connected to power. I called Minn-Tech and was given the reassurance I needed to purchase the $69 option to fix my HomePod. They helped me figure out the best way to pack the HomePod for shipment, updated me when they received my HomePod and the condition it arrived in, and told me what the issue was and what they did to fix it. The whole process took exactly a week to ship out and for them to fix and ship it back to me. They also replaced additional parts with no additional charge that were worn for preventative maintenance known to cause the subwoofer to fail.

    I just received my HomePod last night, and it is moving and grooving in my stereo pair. I highly recommend Minn Tech if you’re looking for an easy way to fix your HomePod that wont break your bank.

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This super-convenient mail-in repair service for your non-bootable or dead HomePod works in three easy steps:

  1. YOU SHIP YOUR HOMEPOD TO US: We send you either a shipping box (with a return shipping label inside), or email you a prepaid shipping label, depending on your choice. If we email a label, a QR code will be sent in the same email. If you do not want to print your own label, you can use this QR code at the US Postal Service office. They will print and apply the label for you at the counter for you for free. You use this label to ship your HomePod in a box, delivered to a US Post Office. 
  2. WE DIAGNOSE AND FIX YOUR NON-BOOTABLE OR DEAD HOMEPOD: We will fix your HomePod within 2 business days, reset your HomePod to test connectivity, update its firmware/software to the latest version from Apple, and reset it to get it ready to be paired again with your network.
  3. WE SHIP YOUR FULLY REPAIRED HOMEPOD BACK TO YOU: We will ship your HomePod back you with a tracking number.

You can find a more detailed explanation of our mail in service here.

We will gladly accept legitimate returns per our return policy and stand behind our products and services as per our warranty. All offerings are subject to our disclaimer.

$69.00

44 in stock (can be backordered)

If unchecked, we'll still email you your prepaid label, but you use your own box and packing materials.
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Customer Reviews

"Outstanding service and super-fast turnaround. How to cost-effectvely salvage a dead-as-a-doornail $300 speaker that is very hard to disassemble let alone figure out what to repair? Apple wanted $275 to do it (no comment), MN Tech did a superb job for a fraction of that, the unit is like new and works flawlessly. Bravo! And excellent communication all along."​
Philip N.Texas
“I can't tell you what a great experience I had using this service, great communication and super fast repair! I had my HomePod back in a week and it works awesome, so glad it's working again, well worth the $70. This is the real deal!!!.”​
Steve E.Texas
"Very fast and high quality service exactly like Apple Mail in Warranty Service. This is currently the best HomePod service on the market for the price and value. Super highly recommended. Thank you for reviving my HomePod."
Bao T.California
"Very fast turn around time! Brought my homepod back from the dead! Will be using your service again in the near future. Thanks!!"
Ben S.California
"Super quick turn around. Shipped same day. HomePod repaired and working like new. Communication was excellent."
Cara D.Florida
Excellent communication and very fast turnaround. Service performed exactly as promised; HomePod is working once again and looks just as it did before repair. Great seller, smooth transaction. Thank you!
Josh D.Massachusetts
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