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Model Number A1707. Released June 2017, this MacBook Pro features Kaby Lake processors up to the 2.8 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8 GHz.

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MacBook not recognizing a battery is installed

I discarded the old battery from the MacBook as it was swollen. Installed an iFixIt battery, as I've done with other MacBooks, but it will not power on. I've checked, double checked, and rechecked my steps, but still no dice. The MacBook will power on and everything works when plugged in, although the fan spins at max speed, indicating no battery is recognized. When the MacBook isn't plugged in and I attempt to power it on, nothing happens. Even when we thought "Oh, just let it charge" and plugged it in for a bit.

When the MacBook is plugged in, it doesn't recognize a battery in System Preferences or the menu bar.

My first guess is the new iFixIt battery is faulty, but I could be missing something. Battery data ribbon cable was installed successfully, but it could just be a bad battery.

I'm stumped. Any tips?

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How about installing this app which allows you a better view of things CoconutBattery post a snapshot here for us to see.

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There are two possibilities. You could be right about the Ifixit battery being faulty, but it could also be that the battery connecter on the motherboard is faulty or broken in some way.

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I figured the only other thing would be the connector. iFixIt is helping out with sending a replacement battery. If that doesn't work, then I'll make the grave call from there! Thanks!

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@jmic925 Happy to help :)

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Joshua Michael will be eternally grateful.
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