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I'm replacing the RAM in a 2011 MacBook Pro, something I've done before on other machines. I got all the screws from the back case off apart from one that sits in the corner on the end by the screen. The technicians at Apple should have all the necessary tools for removing damaged screws, and if nothing else in the computer is damaged, the repairs should be done for free.

What screwdriver size is needed for MacBook Pro mid 2012 back cover?

According to iFixit's teardown the Philips #00 should be used for the 'lower case'. Is the lower case a synonym for the 'back cover'?

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Yes.

Mac tool for booting. The back cover is secured with Philips #00 screws.

Note that is says:

The lower case is secured by ten Phillips #00 screws.

You can see the ten screws on the back cover:

four each at the top/bottom
one each on the left/right

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Its a pentalobe on the Mid 2012 Macbook Pro retina. Just purchased Torx and Phillips screwdriver sets based on how to's. Neither phillips 00 or Torx T6 work. Where to find the Pentalobe set next. I just want to upgrade the ram not open a repair shop.

Paul SmithPaul Smith

I have a 15” mid-2012 MacBook Pro retina (A1398) and it’s definitely a pentalobe. A Phillips or Torx WILL NOT work.

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TomTom

The screws are pentalobes and should not be mixed by Philips or torx. If you usa a torx screwdriver you will damage the screws and in worst case you'll make them flat and you will not be able to unscrew them. Mac tool for measuring wifi strength.

More info on pentalobes: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentalobe_screw

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