Excellent tutorial. The process is so easy if you follow this step by step. Like, literally anyone can do this is they have the right tools. A few notes about my experience (with an iFixit battery replacement). My battery did not come with the tiny ribbon cable that connects the battery to the computer. So I had to take the one off of my old battery. Sliding it into the new battery was fiddly and profusely annoying as the connection is super small and there is a bend in the cable. You'll see! Also, the track pad has a bit of room around it. Before you tighten all the screws, open up the Macbook and make sure you have it oriented with an even gap around the edges. Not essential, but I am anal and can't stand asymmetry. Also, you're gonna have a lot of tiny screws laying around as you get things torn down. Keep em organized and away from your work area, lest you accidentally knock one off the table.
Glad to hear our tutorial was able to assist with the battery installation! We to make it so you have everything you need to do the job yourself. If you ever run into a situation where you have a question please reach out to one of our techs at 1-800-275-4576 or support@owc.com!
I also do not have the tiny ribbon cable that connects the battery to the computer! I've thrown away my old battery so not sure what to do now. Also my track pad is no longer clicking after Ive reinstalled it
I have to replace the top case on this model, and I’m considering buying one without the battery included and just using mine since it’s not too bad. Saves a bunch of money. Still on the fence though
Thanks for the video. As a battery quality is concerned - well I bought the one from OWC for my Macbook Pro 2015 and it lasted for one year. Contacted OWC - no response but it was expected since the purchase was made an year or so ago. The bottom line is - paying premium for third party battery from OWC does not guarantee the quality - I wish I knew it before I bought it so I would get a battery elsewhere for 50% or less of what I paid to OWC
So sorry you did not get a response to your battery issues. Please reach out to us and reference case number 01810968 for assistance with his issue. eshop.macsales.com/Service/
Certainly! Every battery purchase includes the necessary tools for the installation, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free experience for you. If you have any more questions or if there's anything else you'd like to know, feel free to ask.
So disabling the auto boot doesn’t seem to be possible any longer.. called Apple and they response was: we can’t help with advanced users setting. They basically want us to understand all these new technologies to the point of investing in them, but at the same time don’t do anything too advanced and leave it to them so we can get overcharged. I never been so put off from buying from Apple again.
I replaced the battery for my a2159 but now it only turns on with the power cable. All the readings from the battery are good (checked with the multimeter) so I’m not sure what’s going on
will this kit work on the 2020 macbook pro? my connector screw snapped off in the battery management board and I can't get it out so basically all I can do is replace the battery.
there was one missed step: disconnect ZIF connector from old battery board data cable (another, smaller part) and connect it to new battery board
Thanks for the 'detailed' procedures from beginning to end...
Perfect step by step guide, makes it easy for anyone!
Very impressed. The tiny details make a BIG difference. By far one of the best repair video I have seen.
We are glad that you enjoyed our installation video!
Excellent guide! Knocked this out today and saved myself some money. Thank you!
Glad to hear we were able to assist with the battery install! if you ever have any other questions or concerns please let us know at support@owc.com!
Excellent tutorial. The process is so easy if you follow this step by step. Like, literally anyone can do this is they have the right tools. A few notes about my experience (with an iFixit battery replacement). My battery did not come with the tiny ribbon cable that connects the battery to the computer. So I had to take the one off of my old battery. Sliding it into the new battery was fiddly and profusely annoying as the connection is super small and there is a bend in the cable. You'll see! Also, the track pad has a bit of room around it. Before you tighten all the screws, open up the Macbook and make sure you have it oriented with an even gap around the edges. Not essential, but I am anal and can't stand asymmetry. Also, you're gonna have a lot of tiny screws laying around as you get things torn down. Keep em organized and away from your work area, lest you accidentally knock one off the table.
Glad to hear our tutorial was able to assist with the battery installation! We to make it so you have everything you need to do the job yourself. If you ever run into a situation where you have a question please reach out to one of our techs at 1-800-275-4576 or support@owc.com!
hey there could you send me the link of the M1 Pro battery I can't seem to find the product
I also do not have the tiny ribbon cable that connects the battery to the computer! I've thrown away my old battery so not sure what to do now. Also my track pad is no longer clicking after Ive reinstalled it
It's not so complicated than i thought.. thank you 👍🏻
I have to replace the top case on this model, and I’m considering buying one without the battery included and just using mine since it’s not too bad. Saves a bunch of money. Still on the fence though
no company should glue a battery to the laptop. Thats super duper idiotic. This inherently makes MacBook's a bad product.
Apple makes battery replacement sooo tedious holly cow!
Is there a video on how to replace a screen?
Very good vid, a lot of close up detail. Looks nerve wracking for me. LOL. How long do these internal batts last?
Our batteries are designed to last anywhere from 3-5 hours on a full charge, depending on use.
@@poweredbyowc Good to know, Thanks
Thanks for the video. As a battery quality is concerned - well I bought the one from OWC for my Macbook Pro 2015 and it lasted for one year. Contacted OWC - no response but it was expected since the purchase was made an year or so ago. The bottom line is - paying premium for third party battery from OWC does not guarantee the quality - I wish I knew it before I bought it so I would get a battery elsewhere for 50% or less of what I paid to OWC
So sorry you did not get a response to your battery issues. Please reach out to us and reference case number 01810968 for assistance with his issue. eshop.macsales.com/Service/
Does the kit come with the battery?
Certainly! Every battery purchase includes the necessary tools for the installation, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free experience for you. If you have any more questions or if there's anything else you'd like to know, feel free to ask.
What about cycle count after replacement???
So disabling the auto boot doesn’t seem to be possible any longer.. called Apple and they response was: we can’t help with advanced users setting.
They basically want us to understand all these new technologies to the point of investing in them, but at the same time don’t do anything too advanced and leave it to them so we can get overcharged.
I never been so put off from buying from Apple again.
I replaced the battery for my a2159 but now it only turns on with the power cable. All the readings from the battery are good (checked with the multimeter) so I’m not sure what’s going on
Probs a dud battery. Send it back for a replacement
@@harveyolszowski3510 did that and it still doesn’t work, might be something with the MacBook itself
will this kit work on the 2020 macbook pro? my connector screw snapped off in the battery management board and I can't get it out so basically all I can do is replace the battery.
We would be happy to look into that for you if you email us at support@owc.com we can certainly check!
would this be exactly the same as changing the battery in a mid 2014 mac pro retina?
Here are the installation video for the 2014 MacBook Pro that will help you out a bit better.
ua-cam.com/video/Lue6lVWhh4o/v-deo.html
Do they make a higher mah battery?
Regrettably no they will have the same as Apple's.