Topcase Keyboard MacBook Pro 13″ A1278 Early & Late 2011 Mid 2012 Layout US

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Topcase Keyboard MacBook Pro 13″ A1278 Early & Late 2011 Mid 2012 Layout US Replacement Part

Early 2011 20110224 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2419) MC700xx/A “Core i5″ 2.3 13” 2.3 GHz Core i5I5-2415M)
Early 2011 20110224 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2419) MC724xx/A “Core i7″ 2.7 13” 2.7 GHz Core i7 (I7-2620M)
Late 2011 20111024 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2555) MD313xx/A “Core i5″ 2.4 13” 2.4 GHz Core i5 (I5-2435M)
Late 2011 20111024 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2555) MD314xx/A “Core i7″ 2.8 13” 2.8 GHz Core i7 (I7-2640M)
Mid 2012 20120611 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2554) MD101xx/A “Core i5″ 2.5 13” 2.5 GHz Core i5 (I5-3210M)
Mid 2012 20120611 MB Pro 13.3 A1278 (EMC 2554) MD102xx/A “Core i7″ 2.9 13” 2.9 GHz Core i7 (I7-3520M)

Replacing the Topcase might sound simpler than changing the keyboard and sometimes it is necessary due to scratches or dents in the aluminum. Don’t underestimate the work however. It is doable, you need to disassemble the whole MacBook though. With patience and a bit of preparation this is rewarding task.

How to Replace Topcase of MacBook Pro 13″ A1278