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Replacing a MacBook Battery in NYC

MacBook batteries may easily swell up when used often. We can quickly replace your battery regardless of the model you have. It could be time to get a new battery if you get a message that indicates that your current one needs to be serviced.

The necessary battery depends on the Macbook’s model. The model number is located on the bottom cover of the laptop, either in the middle or at the top of the cover. The first letter of the model starts with “A” followed by four digits. Most Apple batteries are linked with other models due to their design. The truth is that several of these models had to be redone in order to be released “early, mid, or late” during the year because they were too popular or had problems. In order to ascertain which battery the Macbook will need in order to operate effectively, it might be essential to do a little additional study.

To determine whether the battery really needs to be changed, you’ll need to examine it closely for symptoms of corrosion and swelling. A particular screwdriver is needed in order to open the rear cover of most Macbooks in order to access the battery. Most merchants will provide two of these gadgets with your battery. Before investing in a replacement, make sure your charging adapter is functioning properly by swapping it out for another that does, and make sure the charging port doesn’t seem loose or broken. As there are so many various models and batteries, the simplest approach to change your battery is to watch a video for your particular model.

Before making this adjustment on your own, make sure you check with Apple to see whether your laptop is still protected by warranty since they can do it for you. If you have an AppleCare+ warranty or your MacBook is still under warranty, then getting your battery replaced at an Apple Store is likely your best option. You can make an appointment online or through the Apple Support app, and an Apple technician will assess your MacBook and replace the battery if necessary. If your MacBook is out of warranty, then the cost of battery replacement will depend on the model of your MacBook and the extent of the damage.

If you don’t want to take a chance by trying it yourself or don’t want or need to go to Apple, you will need a computer shop for the more advanced models. The repair shops will decide which battery you need if you are unsure which one you need. At New York Computer Help, we’ll be happy to provide a free on-the-spot diagnostic. We are able to perform battery replacements which can cut your Mac repair cost to a third of what the Apple store usually charges.

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Got any further questions? Walk in for a free diagnostic in NYC:

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Outside NYC? Just mail in your device if in the US.

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