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#1118780 30-Aug-2014 22:11

Where do we get a SATA cable for a macbook from?

It is worth a try.

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#1118781 30-Aug-2014 22:17

SATTV: Where do we get a SATA cable for a macbook from?

It is worth a try.

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#1118782 30-Aug-2014 22:18

If the battery is knackered then the MacBook will perform poorly, whether connected to power or not.

You need to replace the battery.

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#1118784 30-Aug-2014 22:21

Thanks,
I was fast coming to that conclusion.

The performance is similar from the USB to the HDD

I will source a new battery next week and hopefully that will resolve my issues.

Thanks to everyone for your assistance.

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John

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#1120120 1-Sep-2014 23:24

Battery ordered, due Wednesday morning. Will keep you updated.

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#1121129 3-Sep-2014 13:37

I have seen a huge amount of MacBook Pros with faulty HDD cables that cause the machine to run slow and eventually lead to the HDD becoming corrupt.

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#1121146 3-Sep-2014 13:55

BTR: I have seen a huge amount of MacBook Pros with faulty HDD cables that cause the machine to run slow and eventually lead to the HDD becoming corrupt.

Yes very common for 13inch macbook pros 2009 - 2011

But in this situation, its likely to be your battery. You can probably test it running it through the mains with battery disconnected/removed

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#1123013 6-Sep-2014 11:49

Battery changed today, what a difference, gone from an old mini to a v8 super car.

Thanks tot everyone for their assistance.

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