2017 MacBook Pro Backlit Problem

Hi everyone, I have a 2017 MacBook Pro with 2 thunderbolt ports. And today, the display suddenly appeared like this:

I believe this is the backlit problem which also appeared in MBP2016. Yet MBP2017 is not eligible for free repair. What can I do….?

Thanks,

Avery

MacBook Pro Retina

Posted on Jul 17, 2021 2:48 AM

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leroydouglas

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Jul 17, 2021 5:22 AM in response to Avery Yau

Avery Yau wrote:

Hi everyone, I have a 2017 MacBook Pro

I believe this is the backlit problem which also appeared in MBP2016. Yet MBP2017 is not eligible for free repair. What can I do….?

Learn how to get your Mac fixed and how much it will cost. https://support.apple.com/mac/repair/service

Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209095

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