Where can I find a Logic Board so my authorized service provider can fix my machine?

Urgently Seeking MacBook Pro Logic Board Replacement


My MacBook Pro Logic Board, like many others, has failed. Thankfully, I have an extended AppleCare+.


However, the i-Care authorized dealer in Chiang Mai informs me that they won't receive a replacement from the Singapore factory for at least another month (I've already waited 3 weeks).

I'm a teacher's assistant from the US, living in Thailand on a tight budget, so buying a new laptop isn't an option. It's frustrating to think a 2 ½ year old, $3000 computer doesn't have readily available parts. Are they in such high demand due to widespread failures?


I'm reaching out for guidance. Is there anyone beyond customer service I can speak to? Local repair shops offer solutions, but I'm wary of voiding my warranty.


If anyone has a lead on a logic board, it would be greatly appreciated. The specifications are universal, so the laptop's purchase location (US) shouldn't be a hindrance. I'm even willing to cover shipping costs to get it to the i-Care store in Chiang Mai.


Thank you in advance for any help!


MBP 16.0 SL/2.3GHZ 8C/16GB/5500M/1TB-USA


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Posted on Oct 26, 2023 12:02 AM

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Oct 26, 2023 5:31 PM in response to JohnMac2U

I strongly recommend that you continue to pursue the replacement i-Care has proposed.


There are a long list of miseries that can befall you from using a logic board obtained from the used market. At the very least the logic board is likely to have been activation locked which will render it useless. Not only do uninformed vendors far outnumber the relatively few competent ones, general scams are commonplace. You will be out a considerable amount of money and you will have wasted your own time pursuing that option. Please don't do that.


You wrote that your budget is tight. I understand that, and it is even more reason to wait for a correct, authorized, and guaranteed repair within the terms of the AppleCare agreement you paid for.

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