MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Mid 2009) Repair St Andrews
Book a repair for your MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Mid 2009) at Repair St Andrews. Select your repair type below, pick a drop-off time, and we'll have it ready for you.
About MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Mid 2009) Repair
The MacBook Pro 15-inch A1286 Mid 2009 is powered by Intel Core 2 Duo processors at 2.66GHz or 2.8GHz, featuring a 15.4-inch 1440x900 LED-backlit glossy display with optional antiglare. It includes dual NVIDIA graphics - a GeForce 9600M GT with 256MB VRAM for performance and a GeForce 9400M for battery life - with automatic or manual switching between them. RAM is user-upgradeable to 8GB DDR3. The 320GB or 500GB mechanical hard drives are well past their expected lifespan and prone to sudden failure, making data recovery and SSD upgrades the most common service requests. Battery cells in these 15-year-old machines rarely hold meaningful charge without replacement. The NVIDIA 9600M GT GPU is known to develop thermal solder issues over time, causing display corruption or failure to switch graphics modes. The SuperDrive, keyboard, and MagSafe board are other wear-prone components. An ExpressCard/34 slot and SD card reader provide useful expansion options. Visit our St Andrews workshop for expert MacBook Pro 15-inch A1286 Mid 2009 repairs.
| Colour | 2.66GHz/4GB/320GB | 2.8GHz/4GB/500GB |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | MB985B/A | MB986B/A |
Common MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Mid 2009) Issues We Fix
- Diagnostic
- Screen Replacement
- macOS Upgrade / Reinstall
- Software Repair
- Virus Removal
- Data Recovery
Learn more about our screen replacement service or battery replacement service.
What needs fixing?
Select the repair your MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Mid 2009) needs. Not sure? Choose Diagnostic and we'll figure it out.
Same-Day Repairs Available
Select a repair above to book your drop-off time
Choose a RepairCommon Questions
How long will the repair take?
Most repairs are completed the same day you drop off your device. We'll give you a time estimate when you bring it in. More complex repairs may take 1-2 working days.
Do I need to back up my data first?
We always recommend backing up your device before any repair. While most repairs don't affect your data, it's best to be safe. We can help you with this if needed.
What if I'm not sure what's wrong?
No problem - just select "Diagnostic" as your repair type. We'll run a full check on your device and let you know what we find before doing any work.
How much will it cost?
We'll give you a quote when you drop off your device. We won't carry out any work without your approval first.
Is my booking a fixed appointment?
Your booking is a preferred drop-off time. You're welcome to come in a few minutes either side. If your plans change, just give us a call on 01334 478866.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, all major debit and credit cards (including Amex), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfer.
Find Us in St Andrews
1 City Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9XQ
(Beside the West Port)
Mon-Fri: 09:30-17:30
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: Closed
01334 478866
Ready to Book Your Repair?
Visit us at 1 City Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9XQ | Mon-Fri 09:30-17:30, Sat 10:00-17:00