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Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286 820-2523

SchematicBIOS
Board code
820-2523
Revisions
Rev B
Files
4
Updated

Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286 820-2523 is a laptop motherboard used in the Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286.

The catalog has 1 schematic and 3 BIOS files for it, posted between 2018 and 2021 across 3 Telegram channels. Each download button opens the original Telegram post.

The files are marked Rev B; other revisions of the same board can differ in parts and layout.

The schematic is a PDF; the first pages usually hold the block diagram and the power sequence. New to schematics? Start with How to Use a Schematic and a Boardview Together.

Read and save the original chip contents before you write anything to it — Keeping the Windows Product Key (MSDM) When Reflashing a BIOS.

Compatible models

  • Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286

Files for Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286 820-2523

Schematics 1 All schematics →

BIOS and firmware 3 All bios and firmware →

Notes from the source posts

  • A1278 - i7 2011/2012
  • MODEL:MACBOOK PRO A1286
  • PLATFORM:820-2915-A
  • BIOS CHIP:SST25VF064C

Frequently asked questions

Which laptops use the 820-2523 motherboard?
File names in the catalog tie 820-2523 to the Apple MacBook Pro 15 A1286. Laptops sold under one model name can use different boards, so confirm by the code printed on the motherboard.
Which revision of 820-2523 do I have?
Files for this board mention Rev B. The revision is printed on the PCB silkscreen, usually next to the board code. Pick files with the same revision when you can; if yours is not listed, the closest revision is usually fine for the schematic but check part positions in the boardview carefully.
What should I check before flashing the 820-2523 BIOS?
Read the original chip with a programmer and save two copies before writing anything. A dump from another board carries that board's serial number and MAC address, so restore yours from the backup.

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