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Change Mac battery

Hi. I would like to know how I could change my battery since it turns off even when it is sufficiently charged and it indicates the following message "maintenance is recommended"


MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012)

serial number: C0****RVG





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MacBook Air

Posted on Oct 13, 2020 6:25 AM

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Posted on Oct 13, 2020 8:55 AM

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Oct 14, 2020 7:41 PM in response to raiza180

An example of good replacement battery for 13-inch MacBook/Air 2010 - 2017 Models:

{..This is substitute for 3 original part #s. ~ Apple Model Numbers: A1377, A1405, A1496..}


Newer Technology

NuPower® 60 Watt-Hour

Battery Replacement Solution

For all 13-inch MacBook Air 2010 - 2017 models

Mfr P/N: BAP13MBA60

OWC SKU: NWTBAP13MBA60

https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/BAP13MBA60/


These batteries from OWC offer 'online' pre-purchase install video

& in-box with battery: instructions, tools, & limited guarantee.


"When installing a new battery in your laptop, OWC recommends you

properly calibrate the power management system. ~ See our article."

• How to Calibrate a Mac Laptop's Power System Online Guide | newertech

https://www.newertech.com/batteries/power-calibration-guide/


Take care & happy trails!🌞⛵️

Change Mac battery

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