Understanding Nominal Voltage for MacBook A2338 Battery Testing

Hello everyone,

Recently, I acquired a MacBook A2338 that has a malfunctioning logic board, and I’m eager to determine whether the battery is still functional. To do this, I’ve taken some voltage measurements directly from the battery terminals.

Upon checking the terminals, I observed a voltage Reading of 2.7 volts when nothing is connected. This seems unusually low for what is typically expected of a battery that should hover around 12 volts. It has left me wondering: could there be a possibility that the logic board is responsible for some form of voltage enhancement?

For clarity, I’ve indicated the specific pads from which I’m taking my measurements, as I seek insight into this issue.

If anyone has experience or knowledge about the nominal voltage of the MacBook A2338 battery in a standalone state, your feedback would be immensely valuable. I appreciate any guidance or insight you can offer. Thank you!