15" MacBook Pro (mid2010). I need to replace the battery.

I have inherited my deceased brother's 15" MacBook Pro (mid2010). The battery no longer keeps a charge, so it must stay plugged in. Can I change the battery myself? If so, must I use an apple battery to replace? Please advise.

Apple will not sell you one of their batteries for you to install. They insist on installing it for you.
I have seen on Amazon what appear to be OEM graymarket Apple batteries. If you do choose to purchase one of them, be advised that you will need a #0 Triwing driver to perform the installation.
ciao.

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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1365
Note: Steps 5 and 6
Step 5
Reset SMC. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Choose the method for:
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Model Information:
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Disk Sleep Timer (Minutes): 10
Display Sleep Timer (Minutes): 1
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Wake On Clamshell Open: Yes
Display Sleep Uses Dim: Yes
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Model Information:
Serial Number: Sony-ASMB012-3887-4d
Manufacturer: Sony
Device name: ASMB012
Pack Lot Code: 0000
PCB Lot Code: 0000
Firmware Version: 0110
Hardware Revision: 0500
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Fully charged: No
Charging: Yes
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Disk Sleep Timer (Minutes): 10
Display Sleep Timer (Minutes): 20
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Wake On Clamshell Open: Yes
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Disk Sleep Timer (Minutes): 10
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Wake On Clamshell Open: Yes
Display Sleep Uses Dim: Yes
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And here is screenshot from System Report:
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