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MacBook Pro Logic Board Failure

I was using my computer just fine (2007 MBP core 2 duo) all day. Put it to sleep came back after 30 minutes and tried to wake it and it's dead. I held down the power key to shut it down then tried to restart no luck. No start up chime, no screen, keyboard seems dead as well (caps lock light does not light up), HD does not start up. The only signs of life are the white light on the screen latch that is now on, the fans are spinning and the DVD drive seems to work.

Reset the power management module and zapped the PRAM, no luck.

MBP 2007 Core 2 duo 2.2, Mac OS X (10.6.5)

Posted on Dec 7, 2010 7:47 AM

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dmd25

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Posted on Jul 23, 2012 9:44 AM

Sorry! Don't know why the link didn't work.

I think your plan is exactly right. Go get a diagnosis and then take it to Apple and see what you can do to get it fixed. Again, thebhoydave1888's information was very helpful to me (though I ended up not needing anything but the encouragement to try.

This is the page to which I was trying to link:

MacBook Pro: Distorted video or no video issues

Products Affected

MacBook Pro, models with NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics processors

Symptoms

In July 2008, NVIDIA publicly acknowledged a higher than normal failure rate for some of their graphics processors due to a packaging defect. At that same time, NVIDIA assured Apple that Mac computers with these graphics processors were not affected. However, after an Apple-led investigation, Apple has determined that some MacBook Pro computers with the NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics processor may be affected. If the NVIDIA graphics processor in your MacBook Pro has failed, or fails within four years of the original date of purchase, a repair will be done free of charge, even if your MacBook Pro is out of warranty.

What to look for:

Distorted or scrambled video on the computer screen
No video on the computer screen (or external display) even though the computer is on

Specific products affected:

MacBook Pro 15-inch and 17-inch models with NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics processors
- MacBook Pro (17-Inch, 2.4GHz)
- MacBook Pro (15-Inch, 2.4/2.2GHz)
- MacBook Pro (Early 2008)
These computers were manufactured between approximately May 2007 and September 2008

Resolution

If your MacBook Pro is exhibiting any of the symptoms listed above, please take it to an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) for evaluation, or call your nearest Apple Contact Center. Before visiting the Genius Bar at the Apple Retail Store, please make a reservation (available in some countries only).

Apple is issuing refunds to customers who may have paid for repairs related to this issue. Please contact Apple for details on the refund process.

Note: If your MacBook Pro is not experiencing any of these symptoms, you do not need to contact Apple.

Apple will continue to evaluate the repair data and will provide further repair extensions as needed.

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Jan 31, 2013 3:19 AM in response to Anic264b

the graphics gpu is soldered onto the logic board on these particular 2007-8 models which means when that frys your logic board fries also

macssam

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Jan 31, 2013 3:55 AM in response to Anic264b

there is no right or wrong

all is good

electronics are a new way of manupilating the masses

I don't want to become a cyborg

Anic264b

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36 points

Jan 31, 2013 5:26 AM in response to macssam

You don't even need to be connected to the Internet to use a computer; does that count as manipulation to you?

Jan 31, 2013 9:00 AM in response to Csound1

And he's got the gall to tell people here to get out more lol.... Purleeese!

Jan 31, 2013 9:05 AM in response to Csound1

15000 points? Who needs to get out more?? Lol

lenn5

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Jan 31, 2013 10:33 AM in response to Csound1

Don't comment on things you know nothing about. Have you ever taken your MBP in to have the NVidia test done? I have. And it didn't cost a dime. Took less than 2 minutes.

lenn5

Level 4

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Jan 31, 2013 10:35 AM in response to Csound1

Dude pay attention. It's free to the owner of the Mac! You are the only one taking about employees getting paid by Apple for their time. Read more carefully next time.

lenn5

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Jan 31, 2013 10:36 AM in response to StinkyOldC

Good call Stinky!

Jan 31, 2013 1:23 PM in response to TYDYsails

Thank you I was feeling the same. The focus should be on the problem not personal attacks.

Csound1

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Jan 31, 2013 1:24 PM in response to Bear grabber

Bear grabber wrote:

Thank you I was feeling the same. The focus should be on the problem not personal attacks.

Good idea, what is the problem as you perceive it?

Csound1

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Jan 31, 2013 1:35 PM in response to Shootist007

Just agreeing with your point actually, the machine you posted does have a socketed processor.

Feb 2, 2013 4:11 PM in response to Keith Walsh

I completely agree. No more 3D gaming for me. Reflowed the GPU a 3rd time already. When it goes again, I'm going to reballing the GPU. Maybe good for another 4 years. Beauty does come at a price!

Anic264b

Level 1

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Feb 3, 2013 4:20 AM in response to macssam

macssam wrote:

consider regular cleaning or even moving to a cold country

… or already being in such a country… done…😀

But my MBP fried anyway…

Dino1956

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Feb 14, 2013 5:10 PM in response to JohnH2244

johnH2244, Was your MBP under 4 Years Old? Glad to hear you got yours fixed. Thanks.

Shootist007

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Feb 16, 2013 2:57 PM in response to James Hunt4

I agree. I have bought my last Apple product.

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