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MacBook Air with expanded battery

Don’t try this at home - but I did

Sep. 14, 2017 -

Last night I had a nasty surprise: my original MacBook Air was swollen due to an exploded battery. I immediately had to take action, for reasons of safety and to preserve this piece of modern computer history. Don’t try this at home, but if you do... read along for some practical tips.

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That bobble is not supposed to be there.., causing the keyboard to be bend
That bobble is not supposed to be there.., causing the keyboard to be bend
The damage to the battery pack is clearly visible
The damage to the battery pack is clearly visible
The keyboard and casing is deformed
The keyboard and casing is deformed
I disconnected the battery from the logic board using a plastic tool (that does not conduct electricity).
I disconnected the battery from the logic board using a plastic tool (that does not conduct electricity).
This laptop is not supposed to have a bobble...
This laptop is not supposed to have a bobble...
Swollen and cracked. I carefully looked for any leaks.
Swollen and cracked. I carefully looked for any leaks.

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