MacBook :: 500 Load Cycles And Still Going Strong
Dec 12, 2010
Just hit 500 load cycles on my battery and still going strong 99% capacity and I just re calibrated yesterday. I know this isn't a misread because I monitor my battery roughly every 2 weeks or so. Macbook is the Macbook 5,2 mid 2009 version, coming up to its 2nd birthday
Battery Information:
Model Information:
Manufacturer:SMP
Device name:ASMB016
Pack Lot Code:0000
PCB Lot Code:0000
Firmware Version:0110
Hardware Revision:0200
Cell Revision:0102
Charge Information:
Charge remaining (mAh):4977
Fully charged:Yes
Charging:No
Full charge capacity (mAh):4977
Health Information:
Cycle count:503
Condition:Normal
Battery Installed:Yes
Amperage (mA):0
Voltage (mV):12541
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Nov 15, 2010
I just received my MBP yesterday. Installed a new HDD right from the get go.
Though, I read something disturbing about load cycles of an HDD which is not native to a MBP. Apparently the load cycles can get really high which decreases the lifespan of an HDD.
Now, obviously I don't want that to happen and took a look at my load cycles. The MBP has been on for about 3-4 hours now and the load cycle is at 224.
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Jan 27, 2009
Just wondering, but how rare is it to have a battery that lasts 3 times longer than the "rated cycle amount"? Apparently this battery should have been dead 600 cycles ago... I am finally now noticing a slight loss in overall battery life.
I have used this MacBook 100% of the time since the day I have gotten it over two years ago. Is this why it has lived so long?
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Dec 30, 2009
I just put in a 320gb 7.2K HD to replace my MacBook's 120GB. I'm wondering how to check the load and unload cycles of the new hard drive?
Also, I've got all my stuff on my 120GB drive while the new 320 is in my MacBook with a fresh install of Snow Leopard. I've got a hard drive dock that connects via USB. Can I somehow get all my files off of the 120gb drive without switching the drives out?
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Apr 7, 2009
While sitting idle, the fan on my Mac Pro (well, I think it's one of the fans) does this strange cycling thing. At first I thought it was a truck way off in the distance, starting and stopping. Then I realized it was my Mac Pro. Sitting with no apps running, one of the fans frequently cycles on an off audibly.
I recorded it. Have a listen. You have to listen past the low frequency rumble of the Mac and you'll hear the fan spinning up and then spinning down in cycles that are typically 8 or 10 seconds, sometimes shorter.
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Dec 13, 2010
Anyone have opinions on the Brenthaven Prostyle hard sleeve cases?
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I'm looking for a sleeve case that can take a few bumps, but smaller than a briefcase type bag.
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Jun 4, 2010
I recently purchased a 2010 entry level Macbook Pro and could go on forever about the things I love about it. The magnet in the mag-safe ac adapter, however, is far too strong. Although I would not subject my new notebook to a test to prove this, I highly doubt that if someone were to trip the cord while walking by, the adapter would tear away without pulling my notebook along with it as is intended. In addition, the mag-safe adapter is problematic even when attempting to plug into my computer for a charge. The strength of the magnet often latches uncleanly to the computer causing scratch marks to the aluminum around port. Given how anal I am about keeping my new Macbook Pro beautiful, this is an irritation. What do you guys think? to properly serve its purpose, should the magnet have less strength?
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Aug 30, 2010
I read that this liquid metal is very light weight and still strong at the same time.
But wondered how it looks.. Is it glossy like stainless steel or brushed as the aluminium used on iPad and MacBook Pros? How dark is it?
There has been alot talking about a Carbon Fibre MBA, as it would take some of the weight - could this be it in stead?
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Jun 29, 2009
today my 3-year old MacBook's (core duo white) wireless suddenly dropped to a very weak level. I can't seem to get any signal unless I'm sitting right next to my router, like I am now. I know it's not my router because another laptop, my iPod Touch and my DS all can connect to the router as usual. I've been using said MacBook in the same room consistently for the three years since I've owned it, and never had any problems connecting before.
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Jun 27, 2012
power plug light is not strong and battery says not charging
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Sep 12, 2014
I have a macbook pro 15" retina. I am a photographer and have to upload images at the end of every day. I noticed that the internet speed was flucuating a lot. From like 3 mbps to 30 mbps. I thought it was the internet service at first, but then noticed if I turned off the wifi on my macbook, then turned it back on, I would get a full strong signal. It would then start to slow down again to a crawl. Is it the macbook or maybe a Apple Express Airport update?
Info:
MacBook Pro with Retina display, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.3)
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Aug 24, 2009
just ordered my first mac and should have it delivered in the next few days.Ive always admired them but never had the chance to use one properly. Is there anything I should know coming from a strong windows background before i dig in? The primary function is to do a bedroom music studio, starting off with garage band, then moving on to logic if i feel the need. apart from that itunes for my music collection + iPhone, iphoto for my photo collection and general web browsing/social networking.
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Nov 10, 2010
here's the run down: today I moved into a new place with two roommates. They have a wifi internet connection set up (modem + dlink router). I have been given all of the info regarding log ins and passwords. My Airport is telling me I have perfect reception and that I have a very strong signal. Yet, there is no internet (when I open Safari it tells me I am not connected to the internet). I've had this problem before, but it is usually resolved by restarting the modem or the router, by restarting my computer, etc. And here's the kicker: I am using, right now as I type, someone else's wifi connection... yet I accessed it with the same password. It's a very basic password (12345). I thought maybe this was our unit's connection, but I actually unplugged the modem and continued to use the internet with this connection. The problem is that this connection is very slow and rather useless. I'm actually able to use 3-4 of these with the same password (12345). One of them is called 'dlink,' the name of our router. But our connection is supposedly under 'Nicks,' my roommate's name).
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Sep 5, 2010
yesterday, the battery health went from 96% to 54%, and now every day 1% goes to the Creator
Yes I calibrated regularly
Maybe it has to do with $
Live long and prosper was the initial idea, wasn't it?
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Dec 2, 2010
My Macbook's battery has done 902 cycles and is on 92% health.
I was just wondering - even though I know it's impossible to predict the life-span of a computer battery - a) how accurate that reading is (I use the iStat Pro widget) and b) ignoring the health reading, is it time to buy a new battery when it hits 1000 cycles?
The health has gone down from 100% to 92% in the space of about 3 months? Maybe more. Is that a sign that I should change it?
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Dec 6, 2010
Ok, so I have a 2009 uMB 2.4 with 4GB/500GB and my battery cycle count with coconut Battery states it is at 418 Cycles and the Life states 96%, my question is?Is that good
How many cycles should I get out of the battery
This is the unibody MacBook the one they are calling the Classic uMB and I have had this since it was new, I bought this around February 2009, so just under 2 years old.
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Jan 26, 2009
I know that the new 17 MBP can go through 1000 cycles or so of battery use. But what can the 13" MBA go through?
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Jun 30, 2009
hey guys iv never metioned it but my battery on my MBP came with about 15 or more cycles , is that normal?
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Jun 14, 2012
Here's the battery info:
Cycles 47
Current Max 1269 mAh
Age 3.1 years
My older battery (this is my second one) is in much better shape than this one.
Info:
MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4)
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Aug 23, 2014
The MacBook Pro is a 13' unit. it was replaced with a SSD drive. The battery has 327 charging cycles on it. Sometimes when using battery only the machine will start to boot up, will get the logo then immediately shut down, screen goes black then the process continues, once I connect the AC power the Macbook boots correctly. Should also mention that the circuit board that controls the charging of the battery was also replaced (outside of warranty period) several months ago as well.
Info:
imac g5, Mac Mini, MacBook, Mac OS X (10.5.8)
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Feb 24, 2010
I have been having a few issues with browsing being slow so I Option-Clicked Airport and it says I have 86 signal strength but the Transmit Rate is 18.
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Sep 16, 2009
My router is a Linksys WRT54GS (neutered, version 6) which is running firmware version 1.52.7; this router is less than 25 feet away, across the hallway, with minimal physical obstruction, and I have taken off all security measures on said network. iStumbler has found no signal interference (that I can interpret). Two Windows PCs have been able to keep a solid signal over the course of the last three days, but the MacBook's signal drops after about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Sep 3, 2010
My AppleCare expires on Monday September 6th, and I am wondering if my 87% capacity at 51 battery cycles suggests I should visit an Apple Store this weekend? The closest store is around 25 miles away, so if I would be wasting my time, I would rather not take the trip. My concern is mostly based on my warranty ending. This is a 2009 13" MBP.
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Dec 20, 2010
I'm currently using MBA 13 inch new generation. I knew batteries of Apple notebooks have a 1000 cycles battery.
I wanted to prove that myself, so I looked at apple.com/macbookair but could not find that information (even though I find it for macbook pro)
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Dec 31, 2010
Hello people, I was just wondering if my Macbook Pro 13' (2010) battery is currently healthy? It has the health of 95% and 95 cycles. I purchased it 2 months ago
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Feb 26, 2009
My macbook battery broke 500 cycles, and the battery life was at about half what it used to be so I ordered what was described as a brand new battery from Westronics, through Amazon. I put the new battery in the machine and checked System Profiler, and it is telling me that the battery has 15 cycles on it already. iStat Nano says the same thing. Is this normal for a new battery to have cycles on it already? Or did I not get a new battery? I just want to make sure I got what I paid for.
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Jan 3, 2010
It's in a white Macbook that is 44 months old. Is there any hope for my battery?
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Mar 1, 2010
I get ready for the next disappointment tomorrow (maybe no MBP update) and looking out for a MBP at eBay. I've found a good one (August 2009) 2.53 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 500GB HDD etc. for round about 900� (1.200$) (in Germany we pay 1533� for this model so round about 2088$). The guy sent me a screenshot of the battery capacity which is 87% (4762mAh) after 56 loadcycles. Is that acceptable? IMO it's a bit too low - what do you think? Maybe I'm going to buy a AppleCare Protection Plan afterwards ... would the battery be covered?
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Aug 13, 2010
SO I just bought a mbp 13, I been trying my best not overcharging, by charging it fully then let it drain to the last 30min or so before charging it fully again.
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Mar 21, 2012
i have a MBP with 225 reoad cycles and my battery is already on 78% I WANT A NEW BATTERY as your guarantee says. How can i get in touch with somebody?
Info:
MacBook
Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.3)
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