MacbookPro Retina A1398 does not start, how to repair if it is slow, and how to disassemble it
If the folder mark is not coming from the apple mark, it may be caused by an SSD failure.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 1]
In the case of symptoms such as not advancing from the apple mark when trying to start the Mac, suddenly power falls from the apple mark, SSD is not recognized and the folder mark comes out, SSD or OS failure is considered.
In the event of a defective SSD, replacement repair is required.
In addition, those who want to increase the capacity of the SSD must also be replaced.
MacBook Pro Retina Model No.A1398 2013 SSD (Hard Disk) Decomposition Method will be introduced for reference!
First, make sure your computer is turned off.
The red mark part is fixed in 10 torx screws of a special shape in the bottom case (back lid) on the back of the main body.
I will remove all of them, but Mac because the length and shape of the screw are slightly different depending on the location, please grasp taking a note of the place and length that you removed properly.
If you assemble it with a different length, it may cause a failure.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 2]
Torx screws have such a special shape.
The special driver to remove this Torx screw can be purchased at the home center, so it is necessary to prepare in advance at the time of disassembly.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 3]
The bottom case can be easily removed by removing all screws.
If you have been using it for many years, there may be a lot of dust around the FAN, but please do not clean it until the energization from the battery is cut off.
This may cause a malfunction.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 4]
Always shut off the current from the battery before proceeding with the disassembly.
Because the connector of the battery is connected to the main computer board under the sticker of the red mark part, remove it so that it lifts it on the top using a plastic spatula etc.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 5]
Next, the SSD is secured with torx screws, so remove it.
[Macbook Pro Retina A1398 SSD Replacement STEP 6]
When the screw is removed, slide it in the direction of the arrow so that the SSD floats lightly.
If you want to perform a replacement repair of an SSD, please restore it by disassembling it by the disassembled procedure.
