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abelliveau Author

Level 1

54 points

2011 MacBook Pro and Discrete Graphics Card

I have an early 2011 MacBook Pro (2.2 GHz Intel Core i7, 8 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 memory) running OS 10.8.2. It has two graphics components: an AMD Radeon HD 6750M and a built-in Intel HD Graphics 3000. Since I've had the computer, the screen would get a blue tint when the computer switched between them.

However, as of two days ago, the problem has become substantially more severe. The computer was working fine, when all of a suddent the screen when completely blue. I had to force restart the computer. Since then, the screen has gone awry on numerous occassions - each time necessitating a hard reset.

I installed gfxCardStatus, and have discovered that the computer runs fine using the integrated card, but as soon as I switch to the discrete card - the screen goes .

I am just wondering what my options are (any input on any of these would be appreciated!):

1) Replace the logic board. Would this necessarily fix the issue?

2) Is there any way to "fix" the graphics card?

3) Keep using gfxCardStatus and only use the integrated graphics card. This is definitely the easiest/cheapest option, but to have such a computer and not be able to use the graphics card seems like a real shame.

4) Is there any other alternative?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.2), 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7, 8 GB memory

Posted on Feb 1, 2013 4:45 PM

13,550 replies

Csound1

Level 9

60,033 points

Dec 9, 2014 3:38 PM in response to GavMackem

GavMackem wrote:

That fixes quite a few slow downs!

I don't get slowdowns, and my Macs are very standard, just loaded with fast drives and lots of Ram.

MGSH

Level 1

4 points

Dec 9, 2014 3:53 PM in response to Csound1

Ah, so no 15-17" notebooks...

That is interesting.

If I may ask, did you configure them, or just buy the stock machines?

Csound1

Level 9

60,033 points

Dec 9, 2014 3:55 PM in response to MGSH

Configured them all (some from a master image) some upgrades, no machines actually came with Yosemite, most have been through several upgrades.

MGSH

Level 1

4 points

Dec 9, 2014 3:56 PM in response to GavMackem

That will be an absolute beast of a machine! 😮

MGSH

Level 1

4 points

Dec 9, 2014 4:26 PM in response to GavMackem

I never had a problem with the look of the old Mac Pros. 🙂

If anything, in retrospect, I wish I'd invested money in one of those and bought an Air instead of a useless 15" "Pro".

Dec 9, 2014 5:11 PM in response to GavMackem

After seeing these non stop issues with Apple computers, I really don't understand why people wasting their money on the same problems over & over don't just build a hackintosh, or have one made for you.

Better performance. You could spend more on parts of your liking. The hackintosh community provides better and more detailed support.

I was going to buy a Mac Pro desktop, but guess what? Going for a hackintosh build now, because I know I can build something more powerful that will last longer and for cheaper too, minus the flak from am arrogant company. Each part will have manufacturer warranty.

I mean ffs Apple custom built desktops are at 4ghz x 8, ddr4 ram, nvidia 980/AMD 290x...for under $2000!!

The only way I see Apple making money is going down Microsoft's path...licensing their operating system and selling it to hardware manufacturers who know how to design computers that last.

Obsolescence & carelessness never work in IT. IT only works with 100% accurate data and 100% uptime. Do you think this website is hosted on Mac or Linux?

Congrats all on being involved in what will ultimately be Apple's demise.

mark_zhu

Level 1

0 points

Dec 13, 2014 9:03 AM in response to abelliveau

I had the same problem with my late 2011 15" - blue tint when discrete card was in use. Then, after about two weeks, it just went away. how can i fix this?email:****

Dec 13, 2014 9:03 AM in response to Cokette

I´m having my 2011 MBP to be reflowed tomorrow. I´ll let you know the results. Hopefully better results than orphicpixel.

Csound1

Level 9

60,033 points

Dec 10, 2014 8:21 AM in response to eezacque

I also linked to the Dutch Civil Law equivalent, which appears to be identical to the EU minimum standard.

But if it is not practical to enforce them it doesn't matter.

Csound1

Level 9

60,033 points

Dec 10, 2014 2:33 PM in response to kayazuki

Depends where you are, some countries have strong consumer laws, others don't.

Dec 10, 2014 8:04 PM in response to TJMooseman

Sorry to hear your situation, but this looks just like the issue I saw in mine.

blsswnd

Level 1

9 points

Dec 10, 2014 9:04 PM in response to earikan35

Thank you for taking the time to explain my exact problem.

d0mp

Level 1

0 points

Dec 11, 2014 9:17 AM in response to abelliveau

Got the same problem on my Macbook 15' Late 2011. Paid almost 800 dollars for the logic board replacement. Thank you for scamming me apple, I'll never buy another Mac.

Dec 11, 2014 11:17 AM in response to TJMooseman

I am having the same exact problem.

Dec 11, 2014 11:46 AM in response to fearxofxthexmark

I Have the same issue on 2 MCBP late 2011.

we are a company with lots of apple products.

moto must be not a single cent to apple again!

2011 MacBook Pro and Discrete Graphics Card