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jtverga

macrumors newbie
Original poster
Jun 29, 2016
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While using my MAC, the screen went dim slowly from top to bottom, and a message appeared saying:

You need to restart your computer. Hold down the Power button untilit turns off, then press the Power button again.

It was also repeated in four languages.

I am conserned that someone is trying take over my MAC. I have not turned it off but the screen is permanently there and I cannot move the cursor or put it to sleep using key strokes.

I need some advice please

Stumped and Concerned
 

arn

macrumors god
Staff member
Apr 9, 2001
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Yep - no concern about hacking. If it happens frequently, could represent a hardware issue.
 
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