How to Test a Mac Laptop Battery

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Description: I used coconutBattery version 3.7 for this...

Steps:

  1. Download a copy of CoconutBattery. This will be saved in your default download folder.
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  2. Lucky us! coconutBattery is already ready to run after being downloaded.
  3. The location of where CocunutBattery is saved may vary. Most users will find it under Downloads.
  4. Double click on the coconutBattery application.
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  5. If you are adding this screenshot to a existing question in Answers, follow this guide.
  6. All done! You can now see...
  7. Your Mac's info...
  8. Your Battery info...
  9. And lastly, your charger's info.
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  10. Most batteries run between 50-95° F. Anything higher may damage your battery.
  11. Keep your Mac notebook within acceptable operating temperatures - Apple T/N
  12. If the design/full charge capacity or percentage is missing or incorrect, the battery, DC-In or logic board may need to be replaced.
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  13. Using non-genuine Apple chargers may damage your device, resulting in expensive repairs!
  14. Knockoff MagSafe and USB-C power adapters lack the correct safety features and are unsafe. These may also damage your laptop.
  15. Only buy batteries from trustworthy sellers! This will keep your device safer and reduce the risk of getting a bad battery. iFixit has an extensive range of batteries if you are in need of a replacement.
  16. Cheap replacement batteries from non-reputable sellers tend to fail or swell, or have little to no function.
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