How to Disassemble the 2023 14" MacBook Pro M2 (A2779) | Full Teardown
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AdvancedTime Required
Half dayEquipment
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M2 (A2779)Tools Needed
Screwdrivers, Spudger, Tweezers, Anti-static mat🔧 This is a complete, expert-level teardown of the 2023 14-inch Apple MacBook Pro M2 (Model A2779). This is not just another unboxing; it's a professional, in-depth disassembly guide that walks through every component, from the back plate and battery to the logic board and display. We provide expert tips and identify every screw required.
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A2779 Bottom Case:
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A2779 Battery Flex Cable:
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A2779 Trackpad:
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A2779 Trackpad Flex Cable:
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A2779 WiFi Antenna Module:
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A2779 Complete Internal Screw Set:
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A2779 LCD Display:
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A2779 Logic Board:
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A2779 Aftermarket Speaker Set:
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A2779 Left CPU Cooling Fan:
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A2779 Right CPU Cooling Fan:
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A2779 Aftermarket Battery:
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A2779 Top Case (Includes Keyboard, Battery, Mic): https://tekdep.com/product/a2779-top-case-assembly-keyboard-battery-microphone-2023-macbook-pro-14
A2779 Keyboard Replacement (Aftermarket): https://tekdep.com/product/a2779-aftermarket-keyboard-replacement-for-2023-m2-macbook-pro-14
⏱️ Timeline:
00:00 Intro: A2779 Full Teardown
00:42 How to Use Timestamps
01:25 TEKDEP Mail-In Repair Service
01:47 Shop All TEKDEP Products & Parts
02:07 Opening the Backplate (PL5 Pentalobe Driver)
03:00 Pro-Tip: Screw & Part Organization
04:06 Pro-Tip: Trackpad Connector Removal (T3 Driver)
05:04 Disconnecting the Battery Flex Cable
06:41 Safety Step: Discharging Residual Power
06:58 Trackpad Removal (T5 Driver)
08:49 Trackpad Flex Cable Removal
09:43 Antenna Array Removal (T5 & T3 Drivers)
10:37 Sleep Sensor / Proximity Sensor
11:43 Antenna Bar Removal (PL1 Pentalobe Driver)
13:53 Display Assembly Removal
15:07 A2779 Display Replacement Part
15:58 Logic Board Removal
24:21 Lifting the Logic Board
25:34 MacBook Data Recovery Services
27:06 Touch ID / Power Button Removal (T5 & T3 Drivers)
30:16 Cooling Fan Removal
31:55 Pro-Tip: I/O Port Removal
33:32 Final Component Overview
▶️ Recommended Videos & Resources
Full Keyboard Replacement Guide (A2442/A2779): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGmMpEEP5ls
A2779 Battery Replacement (Full Top Case): https://tekdep.com/product/a2779-top-case-assembly-keyboard-battery-microphone-2023-macbook-pro-14
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