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Q: macbook pro retina 13 mag safe

Hi,

 

I have a MacBook Pro retina 13 (early 2013). I accidentally broke my Mag Safe 2 (60W) adapter. So went out and bought a new one but unfortunately the 60W was sold out everywhere, so went online to see if I could use a Mag Safe 2 (85W) and every single forum said it was OK to use that one, since the computer knows how much juice to pull. Well, I don't think that's correct. My battery was working just fine, and ever since I started charging it with my new 85W charger, the battery lasts less than half the time. Is anybody else having the same problem? If so, do you think I need to replace my battery and charger? 

MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2013), iOS 8.1.2

Posted on Dec 22, 2014 7:12 AM

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  • by dominic23,

    dominic23 dominic23 Dec 22, 2014 7:39 AM in response to mexmag
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    Dec 22, 2014 7:39 AM in response to mexmag

    Power Adapter/ cord wattage

    “Power adapters for Intel-based Apple notebooks are available in 45W, 60W, and 85W varieties. Although you should always use the proper wattage adapter for your Apple notebook, you can use an adapter of a higher wattage without issue.”

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2346

     

    Did you buy a non-Apple brand MagSafe power adapter? Return it if you can.

    Order one from Apple store.

     

     

    Best.

  • by mexmag,

    mexmag mexmag Dec 22, 2014 8:10 AM in response to dominic23
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    Dec 22, 2014 8:10 AM in response to dominic23

    Hi Dominic,

     

    Thank you very much for your quick reply.

     

    I actually bought the MagSafe 2 85W at a Mac Store and asked one of the "genius" dudes, if it was ok to use that one, to which he replied "yes, no problem".

     

    Maybe it's something else, but every since the 3rd charge with the 85W charger, the battery drains out super fast.

     

    Do you think it would be worth buying a 60W now, or should I just replace the battery and buy the 60W? Thanks so much for your help