macbook pro 13 mid 2010 battery replacement

Remove six screws securing the cooling fans (three screws per one fan).ĭisconnect both fan cables from the motherboard. This laptop can handle up to 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3-1066 SODIMM memory modules. Pull the top memory module from the slot.Īfter that pull the bottom memory module. The top memory module with pop up at a 30 degree angle. Spread latches on both sides of the memory slot. Upgrading this regular 2.5″ SATA hard drive to a 2.5″ SATA solid state drive will improve laptop performance significantly. Lift up and remove the hard drive bracket.Ĭarefully lift up the hard drive and disconnect the hard drive cable. Unscrew two screws securing the hard drive mounting bracket. New replacement batteries available here. Lift up the battery and unplug the battery cable from the motherboard. I was able to remove them using a small 1.5mm slotted screwdriver without any problem.īe careful, using a wrong screwdriver can easily strip the screw. The battery is secured by three special screws (tri-wing screws). Under the bottom cover you can access the following internal MBP components: Remove ten screws securing the bottom cover. Make notes, pictures, etc… This will make your life much easier during the reassembly process. I prefer Wiha screwdrivers.īefore you start the disassembly process make sure the computer is turned off.Īlso, keep track of all screws (they are all different). I recommend using only high quality precision screwdrivers. – 1.5 mm slotted screwdriver ( I used it for removing battery screws). The serial number can be located on the bottom case or memory slot.įor this repair you’ll need the following tools: You can find the year of your MBP by running the serial number on Apple website. In order to remove and replace the keyboard the entire MacBook Pro (MBP) has to be disassembled. The keyboard is attached to the internal side of the top cover assembly. I confirmed that this is just a failed keyboard by turning it on using the power-on pads. In fact, the laptop didn’t even start with the damaged keyboard connected to the motherboard. In my case something sticky was spilled on the keyboard and it stopped working completely.

Macbook pro 13 mid 2010 battery replacement