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Apple MacBook Pro 13 inch User Manual

Apple MacBook Pro 13 inch
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 Apple Technician Guide
MacBook Pro (13-inch)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2009)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2010)
Updated: 2010-09-14
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 inch Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating SystemmacOS
Weight3.0 pounds (1.4 kg)
Webcam720p FaceTime HD camera
Display13.3-inch Retina display
ProcessorApple M1 chip
RAM8GB or 16GB
Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD
Dimensions11.97 inches (30.41 cm) x 8.36 inches (21.24 cm) x 0.61 inch (1.56 cm)
Display Resolution2560 x 1600 pixels
Ports3.5mm headphone jack
WirelessWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0
Battery LifeUp to 17 hours web browsing, up to 20 hours video playback

Summary

About This Guide

Manual Updates

Details recent changes and revisions in the manual.

Basics

Overview

General description of the MacBook Pro (13-inch) features.

Safety: Battery Precautions

Essential safety information regarding battery handling and service.

Serial Number Location

Instructions on how to find the device's serial number.

Keycap Replacement

Procedure for replacing individual keyboard keycaps.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting

Basic troubleshooting steps and principles for system issues.

Functional Overview

Diagram and explanation of logic board connectors and functions.

Logic Board Power-On Pads

Location and use of logic board power-on pads for system startup.

Common Reset Procedures

Steps to reset SMC and PRAM for common system issues.

Apple Service Diagnostic (ASD)

Tool for diagnosing thermal sensor malfunctions.

LCD Display Pixel Anomalies

Guidelines for identifying and accepting LCD pixel defects.

Symptom Charts

Startup and Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power-related problems.

Won’t Start Up

Diagnostic procedures for a system that fails to power on.

No Video/Bad Video

Steps to diagnose and resolve display issues like blank screens.

Battery Isn’t Recognized or Won’t Charge

Troubleshooting steps for battery recognition and charging problems.

Kernel Panic/System Crashes

Steps to diagnose and resolve system crashes and kernel panics.

Display

Display Anomalies

Common display issues like color problems, distortion, and pixel defects.

Defective Camera / Built-in iSight Not Operating Correctly

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the built-in camera.

Blank / No Video

Diagnostic steps for a display that shows no image or backlight.

Mass Storage

Hard Drive Read/Write Issue

Troubleshooting steps for hard drive read/write errors or formatting issues.

Hard Drive Not Recognized/Not Mounting

Steps for diagnosing drive recognition and mounting problems.

Optical Drive Won’t Accept/Reject Media

Troubleshooting steps for issues with disc insertion or ejection.

Communications

Ethernet Port/Device Issue

Steps to troubleshoot network connectivity problems via Ethernet.

AirPort/Bluetooth: Defective Wireless Devices

Diagnosing issues with AirPort and Bluetooth wireless devices.

No/Poor Wireless Signal

Troubleshooting steps for weak or intermittent wireless network signals.

Input/Output Devices

USB Port Does Not Recognize Known Devices

Troubleshooting steps for USB ports not recognizing connected devices.

Built-in Keyboard Does Not Work Properly

Troubleshooting steps for keyboard malfunctions like unresponsive keys.

Built-in Trackpad Does Not Work

Troubleshooting steps for trackpad movement or click issues.

Built-in Speaker Has No Audio

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with internal speaker audio output.

Mechanical Issues: Thermals and Enclosure

Reset/Power Button Stuck

Troubleshooting steps for a stuck power button or system power issues.

System Runs Hot

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues related to the system overheating.

Take Apart

General Information

Essential procedural tips and connector types for disassembly.

Tools

List of required tools for performing repairs and maintenance.

Bottom Case

Step-by-step instructions for removing the bottom case.

Battery

Procedure for removing and replacing the internal battery.

Memory

Steps for removing and installing RAM modules.

Hard Drive

Steps for removing and replacing the internal hard drive.

Optical Drive

Procedure for removing and replacing the optical drive.

Trackpad

Steps for removing and replacing the trackpad assembly.

Display Clamshell

Procedure for removing and replacing the display assembly.

AirPort Card

Procedure for removing and replacing the AirPort wireless card.

Logic Board

Steps for removing and replacing the main logic board.

MagSafe Board

Steps for removing and replacing the MagSafe power board.

Top Case

Procedure for removing and replacing the top case assembly.

Additional Procedures

Right Clutch EMI Gasket Removal

Specific procedure for removing the EMI gasket.

Views

Exploded Views

Diagrams showing the breakdown of internal components and their part numbers.

Screw Location Diagrams

Visual guides indicating screw types and locations for disassembly.

Internal Views

Diagrams showing the internal layout of components with the case removed.

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