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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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Aug 21, 2013 11:09 PM in response to Vinay_B

Vinay_B

Have the logic board replaced.

Clinton

Csound1

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Aug 22, 2013 5:39 PM in response to SimonC86

Does it happen when Silverlight is not running?

SimonC86

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Aug 22, 2013 5:40 PM in response to Csound1

Yes, but not as frequent.

Csound1

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Aug 22, 2013 5:45 PM in response to SimonC86

Make a new user account, reboot the machine and login to the new account, test for as long as you need in order to know whether it is still happening. If it is boot into Safe Mode and test again.

Csound1

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Aug 23, 2013 4:50 AM in response to SimonC86

Hold the shift key while booting.

Csound1

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Sep 2, 2013 9:26 AM in response to poikkeus1

Thanks.

Nvidia paid for the recall and extended warranty costs I believe.

Sep 19, 2013 2:07 PM in response to glenn729

Where did you find this information that Apple would service the Macbook Pro 15" 2011??

Is it really happening in the US?

Airbum88

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Sep 20, 2013 4:04 AM in response to glenn729

The newer 2012 retina MBPs are not completely problem free. Many of them have issues with this displays. I think the only thing that's lucky about them is that many probably have their warranties.

macssam

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Sep 20, 2013 8:43 AM in response to Bear grabber

getting a good computer is like winning in the lottery

I have not used any electronics for a long time now

I feel better and have more time for real things

poikkeus1

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Oct 11, 2013 8:32 AM in response to Atraeda

umma08,

I wish you the best on your talk at the Apple Store...but I have a question.

Your unit with the logic board problems was 15" or 17", right? (No, I'm not a mind-reader.)

Thanks!

Thorador

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Nov 24, 2013 8:08 AM in response to Grant Bennet-Alder

I buy 3 mac books and all had the same way logic board faliure. Also returned 4 iMacs with graphics issues. Is that a large enough sample for you statisticaly? I don't feel unlucky. I feel duped!

Csound1

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Nov 24, 2013 8:12 AM in response to Thorador

7 out of millions?

What do you think?

Csound1

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Nov 24, 2013 8:13 AM in response to Video_guy

If you adhere to the Terms of Use your posts will. to be deleted, have you read them yet?

Csound1

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Nov 24, 2013 8:14 AM in response to Csound1

That should say, Will not be deleted.

Finger problems

Anic264b

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Nov 24, 2013 8:58 AM in response to Grant Bennet-Alder

This thread already reveals that many users have had such a problem (and this only counts those who have wanted to drop a message).

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