Reset PRAM/NVRAM


The PRAM (Parameter RAM) and NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM) hold information about various USB components. 

It’s a slightly different process to resetting the SMC, but no less difficult.

  1. Shutdown your Mac.
  2. Restart it, holding down Command+Option (ALT)+P+R as you do.
  3. Hold down the keys until you hear a sound and see the screen flash.
  4. Listen for the chime sound and let the Mac boot up as usual.


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