Macbook Pro 15" Repair - Logic Board Removal

[syrianization]

@PowerbookMedic is the only way to upgrade the graphics in a mac book to replace the logic board with a better graphics card built on to it? From what I have been understanding from forums is that the graphics card is built onto the logic board. Id appreciate it if you would reply, thank you.

[PowerbookMedic]

@syrianization - The only way to upgrade your graphics card is to buy a newer laptop. The chip is soldered onto the logic board.

[syrianization]

@PowerbookMedic Could I replace the logic board all together, with an upgraded one?

[PowerbookMedic]

@syrianization - No. You have to replace it with your same model type as there are variations in different revision boards.

[julek584]

I have the newest (2011) unibody 15' macbook pro. it dropped form a small distance, everything works fine but there's a dent in the keyboard cover. is there anything i can do or do i need to buy a new cover?

[brmorrison61]

thanks for the video. i have a 17" early 2008 macbook pro and it looks like i need to replace my logic board. so long as its built for a 17", i should have no problem replacing it with a newer or older version right?

Thanks again, your videos and comments are very helpful.

-Brandon

[PowerbookMedic]

@brmorrison61 - You're usually limited to the same family revision for logic board replacements, and can only upgrade if your family had a faster unit when you purchased the laptop.

[Hiwaz]

Hi,

I have a Pre-2009 Unibody MacBook Pro 2.53 15" Intel Core 2 Duo which has recently failed due to faulty Logic Board. I sent it off to a Registered Apple Repairer which thought it may have been a faulty HD Cable and or HD itself.

I've noticed Repair Logic Boards on Ebay...by following your video, is it pretty straight forward to replace the logic board myself? I did not want to pay the $1800 the Apple Store was going to charge me to replace it. I can pick up a repair one for about $400.

S

[PowerbookMedic]

@Hiwaz - It is pretty straightforward. We sell the part and also perform the repair at our facility. You can call us for more info at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[PoChopper]

Having problems (2006 early MB pro).. why is there so many different types of philips screws in there?

Just bought a T6 and thought I'd get away with some micro philips screwdrivers.. seems fair, but no, none out of the 15 I have release the dvd drive from the case

Is there just ONE philips screwdriver that does ALL the philips screws? - case screws, keyboard screws and all these other little screws, like the hard drive and super drive caddy..

So annoying having to buy so many screwdrivers

[laurens02]

I have a Febr-March 2008 macbook pro which is dead. When pressing the power button there's the short startup spinning sound and de led goes on for one sec but then it goes dead again. I brought my macbook pro to a repair shop and they tell me the cpu is broken + cooling system. Repairing it would cost 1044 euros which i don't wanna pay.

Is there any chance i can replace this myself?

[PowerbookMedic]

@laurens02 - It will likely be the logic board which will be expensive unfortunately.

[chrislbd]

@laurens02 I have the same exact issue, same month of purchase, late february with the new trackpad and arrived early march. This is terrible. I've always treated it exceptionally and wasn't expecting to replace it for at least another year. This adds up to my discontent with apple. By the way, forums are plagued with this same occurence.

[supaknerka]

@laurens02 - I have the same machine, with the exact same problem. Did you get it fixed? Was it the logic board?

[laurens02]

@supaknerka Hey, unfortunately I had to buy a new mbp.. it was not the logic board itself but rather the cpu and its cooling. However, the cpu is embedded in the logic board so i would have to replace the logic board entirely which was not worth it... Maybe you should go to a repair shop and let make an analysis, then you can decide if you want to repair it or not.

[dalistuff]

Thanks for vid! My 15" has black screen although keyboard is lit. I zapped the pram and i get apple w loading bar and circular time. Computer whirrs but doesnt load up. Seems like logic board is glitz. Is there anything else i should look into replacing?

[PowerbookMedic]

@dalistuff - It could be a failing hard drive. I'd check that before anything else.

[LZLandingZone]

If you are having display problems with your MacBook Pro's, take them into Apple and have them run a test on the GPU. If your GPU is dead, they will replace your logic board for free.

[zkanksta1]

can i use this as a blueprint to switch out my macbook 13'' black laptop?

[PowerbookMedic]

@zkanksta1 - No. The13" is completely different.

[vc187]

I'm looking at replacing the magsafe board. Is this a straighforward process or is it under the logic board? Anything in the way? Thanks.

[PowerbookMedic]

@vc187 - There are several components you have to remove to access the magsafe board.

[jedimodus]

As the keyboard seems completely dead, I 'm thinking the keyboard presses I've tried to reset PRAM, SMU etc aren't working anyway.

what do you think the problem is?

thanks

[jedimodus]

My MBP is Completely black screen (no graphics visible, so don't think it's just a backlight thing), no backlight on keyboard, no response from keyboard, capslock LED doesn't light, no light on power button. Front LED constant dim when laptop lid open, constant bright when closed. No power on USBs, no external display output. The hard drive spins up, but no chime, and the DVD drive accepted a DVD which span up and down but is now stuck inside!

[PowerbookMedic]

@jedimodus - That does sound like a problem with the logic board.

[gustavotdj]

@PowerbookMedic Hello, my Mac have the same problem that you talked about jedimodus. Did you have solution with your problem?

[leozin2007]

I LOVE your videos !!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH !!

[wawa1196]

is this logic board the same a the unibody macbook pro

[PowerbookMedic]

@wawa1196 - No. It is completely different.

[mewimi]

cont* Thats only assuming that the heatsink is attatched to the board directly and if it isn't I'd have to say that is mega fail... in my opinion by Apple. Either way I don't have enough time to view every screw you removed, so please let me know PowerbookMedic XD

[mewimi]

Correct me if I am wrong as I have never had to remove a logic board yet. But wouldn't you be able to keep the heatsink attached to the logic board and still be able to remove both the heatsink and the logicboard together? I ask this question because of thermal paste, please let me know :3

[PowerbookMedic]

@mewimi - It needs to be removed.

[rolo17]

How long does it take to take out the logic board? and replace? I have a 4yr old Mac Pro and i have glitches that appear here and there. I took it to the apple store, they did a full test and it passed, so they re installed snow leopard but now its even worse. The computer freezes and I have to shut it down by holding the power button, they said its the Logic Board they want to run more tests on it, what do u suggest?

[PowerbookMedic]

@rolo17 - Taking out the board should take a tech around 30 minutes to an hour depending on skill level. We offer a logic board repair service for $399 which is much more cost effective than a replacement board. If we can't repair the board, there is no cost, so you may want to try that route first.

[MeneerSpijker]

@PowerbookMedic: Thanks a lot!

[MeneerSpijker]

Thanks for the vid.

I have a question: when i assemble my NEW MLB, do i have to reinstall snow leopard or change something?

Or can i just boot the MBP and start using it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@MeneerSpijker - Just reboot and start using. Nothing needs to be configured.

[zzsql]

My video card / logic board died. I took it to the Apple store and they replaced it for free.

That was nice. Not sure but seems like enough of them failed that they just offered free replacements.

[PowerbookMedic]

You can get the logic boards from our website. We also have a logic board repair service that is usually much cheaper than a replacement board.

[fornites]

where did you bought your motherboard and how much?

[braveandtall]

Hey how do you put the logic board back in???? :Please help us HEEEELLLLLLPPPPP.

[iDeufi]

My Temperature sensor is "not working" due the "Fan controlling" apps. Basically it just goes with one and the same fan speed (for example 2000rpm) and if the CPU gets more hot (even if it's 100*C), the fan speed remains the same.

HOW CAN I RESET THIS HORRIBLE THING ???!!?!?!?

Can i reset or auto-set the thermal sensor or something?

PLEASE help me.

(reply my comment or pm me. PLEASE)

[PowerbookMedic]

Replacement logic boards are available from our website. We also perform component level repair and can likely repair your old board.

[mrpahang]

Hi, i've got problem with my logic board, may i know where i can get the new set of the logic board?

[PowerbookMedic]

No. The board is manufactured by Apple. Intel makes the chipset.

[JoanIsNotTheMaid]

Is the LB manufactured by Intel?

[toddena07]

Enough with the screws!!!

[flako1987]

great vid man.

[valerieoliveiro]

Thanks! This was really helpful.