Mac notebooks with built-in batteries: How to service or replace the battery

MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models with built-in batteries should be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider, Apple Retail Store, or Apple Service Depot. Attempting to replace a built-in battery yourself could damage your equipment, and such damage is not covered by warranty.

For more information about replacing built-in batteries and warranty coverage for a replacement battery, read the frequently asked questions about battery replacement for MacBook Pro, MacBook, or MacBook Air computers.

Computers with built in batteries:

• All MacBook Air computers
• All MacBook Pro with Retina display computers
• MacBook (13-inch, Late 2009) and later
• MacBook Pro (Early 2009) and later

Note: For assistance with MacBook and MacBook Pro computers that have removable batteries, refer to MacBook: How to remove or install the battery or MacBook Pro: How to remove or install the battery.