MacBook Core 2 Duo Battery Replacement
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- Time Required:10 - 15 seconds
- Difficulty:Very easy
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MacBook Battery
Sale price $79.99
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MacBook Battery - White / New
Sale price $79.99
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Description
This MacBook replacement battery is what you need to bring your dead laptop back to life!
- 100% factory tested.
- Tested and guaranteed to have a capacity greater than 4900 mAh.
- Spot tested by iFixit staff in San Luis Obispo, CA to ensure consistency of quality and capacity.
Battery degradation is an inevitable part of your MacBook's lifespan, extend it with this new replacement battery compatible with 13.3" MacBooks (excluding MacBook Unibody and MacBook Air). Factory-installed MacBook batteries are rated to last 300 cycles. If your laptop won't turn on, turns off suddenly, has a "service battery" warning, or simply won't hold a charge, this replacement battery may be what you need to fix it. Our aftermarket replacement batteries lead the industry in quality and reliability, so you know you're getting the best money can buy.
Additional information on how to safely handle, dispose of, and calibrate your battery can be found in the FAQs below.
Specifications
| Battery Model # | A1185 |
|---|---|
| Watt Hours | 60 Wh |
| Voltage | 10.8 V |
| Milliamp Hours | 5550 mAh |
| Manufacturer | Aftermarket |
| Compatible Part Numbers | 661-3958, 661-4254, 661-4413 |
| iFixit Part Number | IF186-009-1 |
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It’s not just more sustainable—it’s cheaper, too. Replacing your MacBook battery with an iFixit Fix Kit can save you a considerable amount compared to Apple’s out-of-warranty service—depending on your model.
Good Battery = Good Experience
All laptop batteries wear out after about 18 months. An aging battery can cause problems like overheating, performance slowdowns, and unexpected shutdowns. Swapping in a fresh one restores reliable power—so you can focus on what matters.
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iFixit's MacBook replacement parts are meticulously tested and backed by our Quality Guarantee. We've spent over a decade scrutinizing component manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers so that you can trust the parts you receive.
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MacBook Core Duo Battery Replacement
If you've got a coin, you can replace the...
- Time Required:1 minute
- Difficulty:Very easy
Service value proposition
Purchase with purpose
Repair makes a global impact, reduces e-waste, and saves you money.
Repair with confidence
All our products meet rigorous quality standards and are backed by industry-leading guarantees.
Fast shipping
Same day shipping if ordered by 1PM Pacific.
Compatibility
MacBook Core 2 Duo
A1181 (EMC 2121 MacBook2,1) 1.83 GHz
A1181 (EMC 2121 MacBook2,1) 2 GHz (Late 2006)
A1181 (EMC 2121 MacBook2,1) 2 GHz (Mid 2007)
A1181 (EMC 2121 MacBook3,1) 2 GHz (Santa Rosa)
A1181 (EMC 2139 MacBook2,1) 2.16 GHz
A1181 (EMC 2200 MacBook3,1) 2.2 GHz (Santa Rosa)
A1181 (EMC 2242 MacBook4,1) 2.1 GHz (Penryn)
A1181 (EMC 2242 MacBook4,1) 2.4 GHz (Penryn)
A1181 (EMC 2300 MacBook5,2) 2 GHz (Early 2009)
A1181 (EMC 2330 MacBook5,2) 2.13 GHz (Mid 2009)
MacBook Core Duo
A1181 (EMC 2092 MacBook1,1) 1.83 GHz
A1181 (EMC 2092 MacBook1,1) 2 GHz
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