MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022) Data Recovery
A2681 · Mac14,2 – soldered storage, Apple silicon encryption. We recover data from this exact model.
About the MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022)
The MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022) (model number A2681, identifier Mac14,2) uses an Apple M2 chip and stores your data on flash storage soldered to the logic board. Because the storage is soldered to the logic board, the Mac itself has to work before the data can be read. The data is also encrypted by a security chip on the same board, so the original board is essential.
Data Doctor recovers data from the MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022) at our London lab, whether it won’t start, has been damaged by liquid or has lost files after an update.
Identify this Mac
| Model | MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022) |
|---|---|
| Model number | A2681 |
| Model identifier | Mac14,2 |
| Apple part numbers | MLXW3xx/A, MLXX3xx/A, MLXY3xx/A, MLY03xx/A, MLY13xx/A, MLY23xx/A, MLY33xx/A, MLY43xx/A |
| Processor | Apple M2 chip |
| Storage | Flash storage soldered to the logic board |
| Encryption | Always encrypted by the Secure Enclave in the Apple silicon chip |
xx in the part number is the country code – UK models end in B/A (for example MLXW3B/A). The model number is printed on the underside of the Mac. See the Apple tech specs for this model.
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Common MacBook Air 13-inch faults
- Liquid damage reaching the logic board
- No power or not charging (USB-C or MagSafe)
- Failed macOS update – the Mac needs a “revive” (a “restore” erases the data)
- Cracked or dark screen – the data is usually safe
How we recover data from this model
The storage is soldered next to the Apple silicon chip and encrypted by its Secure Enclave, so the data can only be reached through the Mac’s own board. We repair the logic board at component level, start the Mac in macOS Recovery and use Share Disk mode to copy your data with your password.
How it works
- Free initial consultation – tell us the model, what happened and whether FileVault was turned on.
- Diagnosis – we test the logic board or remove the SSD, depending on the model, and find the fault.
- Quote – you approve the price before any repair starts.
- Repair and extraction – we repair the board or read the SSD, then copy your data off the Mac.
- Return – your files are checked and copied to an external drive formatted for Mac.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you recover data from a MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022) that won’t turn on?
Often, yes. We repair the original logic board so the Mac can start, then copy the data using your login password. The data can’t be recovered from a replacement board.
How do I check I have this model?
Look for A2681 in the small print on the underside of the Mac, or choose About This Mac and check the name reads MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022). The model identifier is Mac14,2.
How much does it cost?
The initial consultation is free. Logic board repairs are quoted after diagnosis, and you approve the price before any work starts.