MacBook Pro A1398 Repair London
Repairs, upgrades and data recovery for the MacBook Pro A1398: 15-inch Retina, Intel Core i7, sold from 2012 to 2015.
About the MacBook Pro A1398
A favourite with professionals. The removable SSD means we can fit a much larger drive.
Turn the MacBook Pro over. The model number starts with A and is printed in small grey type on the bottom case, near the hinge.
| Model number | A1398 |
|---|---|
| Family | MacBook Pro |
| Sold | 2012–2015 |
| Version | 15-inch Retina |
| Processor | Intel Core i7 |
| Storage | A removable Apple SSD module, which we can replace with a larger one |
| Memory | Soldered to the logic board, so it can't be upgraded |
| Security | None (FileVault software encryption if switched on) |
Common MacBook Pro A1398 faults we repair
- Graphics faults on the 2012 and early 2013 models
- Worn anti-reflective coating on the screen
- Swollen batteries
- Liquid damage
Every repair starts with a diagnosis, and we give you a fixed price before any work. If the fault is on the logic board, we repair it at component level instead of replacing the whole board.
Data recovery from the A1398
The MacBook Pro A1398 stores your files on a removable Apple SSD module, which we can replace with a larger one.
Because the SSD comes out, a dead logic board does not mean lost files: we can read the SSD in a working Mac and copy your data off. If FileVault was switched on, we need your login password to unlock it.
Upgrades
- Larger SSD: the SSD module can be replaced with a larger one, and we move your files across.
- Memory: Soldered to the logic board, so it can't be upgraded.
- Battery: on a Mac of this age the battery is usually worn. A new one restores run time and stops sudden shutdowns.
Prices
| Repair | Price |
|---|---|
| Logic board repair, non-complex | From £165 + VAT |
| Logic board repair, very complex, such as liquid damage | From £285 + VAT |
| Screen (display assembly) | £510 + VAT for the part, plus £95 + VAT labour |
| Keyboard | From £165 + VAT, supply and fit |
| Battery | From £185 + VAT, supply and fit |
| Trackpad | From £199 + VAT, supply and fit |
For a screen, battery or other part for the A1398 not listed here, call 020 7394 2525 and we will price it for you. See the full price list.
Repairs for this model
Logic Board Repair, Screen Repair, Data Recovery, Hard Drive and SSD Upgrade, Liquid Damage Repair, Memory Upgrade
Other models from these years
- A1425 13-inch Retina, Intel Core i5 or Core i7, 2012–2013
- A1502 13-inch Retina, Intel Core i5 or Core i7, 2013–2015
- A1708 13-inch, two Thunderbolt ports, no Touch Bar, Intel Core i5 or Core i7, 2016–2017
- All MacBook Pro models
Questions
Where do I find the model number?
Turn the MacBook Pro over. The model number starts with A and is printed in small grey type on the bottom case, near the hinge.
Can you get my files off a MacBook Pro A1398 that will not turn on?
Because the SSD comes out, a dead logic board does not mean lost files: we can read the SSD in a working Mac and copy your data off. If FileVault was switched on, we need your login password to unlock it.
Is a MacBook Pro A1398 worth repairing?
Often, yes. With a larger SSD and a new battery, a MacBook Pro A1398 is still good for everyday work. We tell you honestly if the repair costs more than the Mac is worth.
Get a quote
Call 020 7394 2525, or fill in the enquiry form. Bring your Mac to 80 Willow Walk, London SE1 5SY, or use our bike and courier collection. We are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.