OT: What is Apples Refurbished routine

[chefwong]

Had bought MBP for the wife and kids refurbished. Pricepoint aside, the seem pretty new to me. I don't know if I should go by manuf date, or maybe they always replace the topcase, but all the refurb. ones I have ordered the site, the date of the battery has never been older than 60 days and only 2 cycles on them

 

[0128672]

If the battery or top case needs replacing, they would do that in the refurb process. Here's the description:

What goes into a refurbished Mac.
All refurbished Mac models are backed by a one-year warranty, have free delivery and returns, and also include:

• Full functional testing, genuine Apple part replacements (if necessary), and a thorough cleaning
• The original Operating System or a more recent version1
• All refurbished devices are repackaged in a brand new box with all accessories and cables2

1. If your device is shipped with the original Operating System, the most recent version can be downloaded for free from the App Store.
2. Supply is limited and availability is guaranteed once we receive your full payment.

From the Learn More link at https://www.apple.com/shop/refurbished/mac