How to replace logic board battery ?

How to replace the Logic board battery ?

Several years ago, when the link went to a different content page and was
likely more useful to someone whose product may have/had warranty, then
it was of help. Now, to look back on several older posted links and click on
them, quite often will take the participant to http://www.apple.com/support/
no matter what the initial out-dated a link originally appeared to suggest.
Current info and links to sources may be found in the Support site.
See all worldwide telephone support numbers
Contact a mobile carrier
Find an Apple Authorized Service Provider
Visit an Apple Retail Store
For other regions or countries, see Apple - Find Locations - Country selector:
https://locate.apple.com/country
re: Sales, Service, Training, Certification, Consulting; varies per region.
An Authorized Apple Service Provider may also be capable of restoring
function to older hardware; though getting replacement new parts is an
issue going forward, as it always has been, given new product change.
For other repairs, one should look to Specialists and that includes repair
companies whose only business is primarily to restore function to Macs.
A few examples exist, one of them is wegenermedia.com for portables;
since they can be more easily/less costly shipped than desktop models.
To post a comment to a stale and outdated thread, brings little to the table
of discussions; any issue from two to five years ago is not current today in
the fairness of those persons original to the topic thread. A newer issue by
any player should be presented in a new discussion topic thread.
In any event...
Good luck & happy computing!

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Do replacement logic boards have serial numbers?

Hello everyone. My MacBook is in the shop for a logic board replacement. I've read elsewhere on this board that when you receive a replacement logic board that the serial number is no longer available from the System Profiler? Is this accurate?
The reason I'm concerned is that my MacBook does not have that information available on the battery bay where it's supposed to be. According to Apple, there is supposed to be a gray sticker underneath the battery on the computer that shows the Ethernet ID and the serial number in addition to directions on how to change memory. My computer has never had this gray sticker.
I'm concerned because, if the above is true, there will be no way to identify my computer or to associate my AppleCare agreement with this particular machine.
Thanks.
Macbook (1 gig RAM; 120 gig HD); 20" iMac Core Duo (1 gig RAM; 250 gig HD) Mac OS X (10.4.7)

The boards themselves might, but when they're installed into your system it shows up blank in the about my mac preference pane. They can't write your SN into the board of a replacement. Checking under the battery you should be able to locate the SN. However you stated that this is missing.
I'd dig for your original receipt or box as the SN is one both of those items. Or you can try ringing apple or the store you bought it at and give your name, phone and email. They keep records of purchases at the stores on file, and also when registering. The mere fact that you've had it serviced means AppleCare should be able to provide that information to you by looking up your past case number. Make AppleCare add a note to your account that the sticker came up missing after the repair as to avoid issues with further service.
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Wakeup/PRAM/Logic Board Battery

Hello all
Makes sense to me but need advise
My computer (2011 iMac QdCore) was slow "waking up".
Therefore, I reset the PRAM 3 times in a row.
Works fine for a couple of hours then the problems starts all over again.
I am GUESSING that my Logic Board battery is NOT holding the charge.
From one end, that makes sense, yet my iMac is only 2 years Old how can it need a new battery.
I am missing something, can any one help before a (possible ueseless ) purchase of a new MB Battery?
Thank you for any input.
Regards

I have never heard of a PRAM battery going flat in 2 years, I don't believe that is your problem. If you bought AppleCare your machine is still covered so you can call AppleCare or take it in for service.

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Replacing Logic Board

I have an Indigo 350 mHz from Summer 2000 in which the screen will no longer come on. I get a green power button but no chimes. I have looked through the other discussions and have replaced the battery and reset the PMU, all to no avail. I am now under the assumption that I must replace the logic board. My question (at last) is how critical is it that I replace it the exact same logic board (part # and all). I see many varieties available on ebay, including some with the same part number. Is there any reason I couldn't do a slight upgrade, or am I asking for trouble. Thanks.

Brent,
I concour with Henry too many things can generate your problem MotherBoard, Down Converter, or even a fuse.
If you would like to troubleshoot your problem is better that you download Apple service Manual or check this other web site.
Regarding replacing Motherboard, is some how critical. A research in this discussion may help you.
You may find that motherboard and Slot-loading iMac are some how interchangable (I HAVE NOT TRIED YET). Post #1 but, I also remember that there are something about incompatibility between Down converter and mother boards.
I you have not time to experiment a replacement part# for Part # is the easy way to go..
Hope this help,
Mauro

Apple store replaced logic board backlit keys no longer work

So about a week ago I had to have the logic board replaced because airport would connect only half the time. The apple store did fix the problem, but only one more thing, the backlit keyboard no longer is recongnized, its like the employees didnt plug it back up, my main question is is that I have to have the laptop for school, how long would it take the apple store to fix or if its simple could I fix myself.

I would make another genius bar appointment, they could do it while you wait in the store. I understand this is the preferred policy now at the genius bar to prevent them from taking in all sorts of machines. If they are busy they will have to make the repair after hours when the store closes. They will usually quote something like 1-3 business days but in my experience it has usually been 1-2 days.

Replaced logic board...iTunes now says "not authorized to play music"

I had the logic board replaced in my Mac Book Pro, restored my 4GB iPod Mini, downloaded iTunes 7.4, and now, when I try to sync with the iPod, I get a message that says that I am not authorized to play any of the music on this computer. I've authorized the computer via Store-->Authorize Computer and have only 2 of 5 computers authorized. I'm wondering if iTunes is seeing my MacBook Pro as a new copmputer because it has a new logic board. I did not lose any hard disk content, so I'm wondering what else the problem could be. Anyone have any ideas on how to approach this? Any help is greatly appreciated.
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I'm wondering if iTunes is seeing my MacBook Pro as a new copmputer because it has a new logic board.
Almost certainly. Check out the customer service article.
http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/store/authorization/

Water spilled on MacBook, need to replace Logic Board--worth it to send it in for total repair (where it will be like "factory new")?

Thursday--I spilled water on the keyboard of my MacBook Pro 15", and it immediately turned off. I unplugged it from the charger and turned it upside down, and then began to dry it off the best i could with a towel while letting it drain. Then I took it straight to the Apple store on my campus, where a technician removed the back, took each part out separately, and then dried it/the parts out the best he could. He advised me to wait a day or two and then try to turn it on.
Saturday--I used a hair dryer on low heat to help dry it out the best I could, and then I tried to turn my computer on. It wouldn't work, but when I plugged it into the charger it did turn on. The screen looked a little waterlogged and was flickering slightly. I took it back to the store and they said that their technician would look at it.
Wednesday--I went back to check on the status of my MacBook, and the guy presented me with two options:
I can replace the Logic Board for approx. $500-600 and be done with it (and eventually the moisture in the screen, which is clear as ever now, will dry up?)
or
I can send my entire MacBook back to the factory for replacement/repair of anything that might need fixing for around $1300-1400.
I am currently on my MacBook now, and it seems to be working just fine (although it has to stay plugged into a power source because the battery won't charge)...
Money isn't an issue here, yet (it was bought with an AmEx and is covered with that warranty up to a certain dollar amount), but my question is this: Is it necessary for me to replace my Logic Board, if my computer still seems to be working--or will I end up seeing issues down the road if I don't and Should I go ahead and send it in for a full factory repair?? Is it really worth it??
Thank you!

It would be best to send your MacBook in for a complete overhauled, this will save you time and trouble in the near future. I am sure you have some items internally that will continue to corrode and render your MacBook inoperable some day soon.

Macbook Pro not working with replacement logic board

Hello everyone! About two months ago, someone spilled tea over my macbook pro. Upon taking it to the Apple store the representative told me that it would cost me over $1,000 to repair it and that I would be better off getting a new one (I know most of you have heard that many times). I inspected the Macbook and I realized that when I tried turning it on the keyboard would not light up and, but the sleep light was on. Furthermore, I heard the hard drive and the fans spinning. The tea only spilled on the right side of the Macbook so I figured that would help me narrow down the issue. The apple representative told me that I needed to replace the logic board so I went and bought a replacement one that was the same model. Before I screwed all the pieces back in, I wanted to try it out and see if it would turn on. Unfortunately I still have the same problem. It seems that the logic board is not the problem, but I am not sure what it might be. I'm pretty sure the CD/DVD drive is damaged, but I don't see why that would prevent the Macbook from turning on. I did a little research and I notice that most people test the graphics card to see if it is working, but I don't know how to do that. I have an older Macbook Pro, the motherboard is model 820-1993-A and I believe the model of the Macbook is A1150. Please help, this macbook was a gift and I don't want to throw it out!

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Replaced logic board on MacBook Pro; now I must reauthorize!

I've just synched my iPhone with my MacBook Pro which came back today after having its logic board replaced under the nVidia issue recall program. But I am not that comfortable with the idea that I've now used up 2 of my 5 computers for apps/songs etc.
What can I do? I imagine that I need to inform Apple to de-authorize my previous logic board. But how?

If you weren't able to de-authorize your MBP before sending it in for the logic board to be replaced, I don't believe you can reset or de authorize all currently authorized computers until you reach or authorize 5 computers. You can then do a complete reset or de-authorize all authorized computers followed by re-authorizing the computer you are currently using.

Macbook Pro - option to replace logic board - what is the fault???

Less than two weeks ago I posted that my Macbook Pro would not boot - dead screen, no sound from HD, superdrive would not respond to keyboard, etc. Anyway, I extracted the HD and retrieved most of the data I needed. The machine was 45 days out of waranty but after a bit of cajoling Apple agreed to replace the logic board. The dealer's technician examined the machine but, you guessed, the fault has not recurred! The machine boots, the diagnostics show no evidence of a fault... so what went wrong, and more importantly did my disassembly and reassembly of the machine knock a connection back into place? Perhaops the HD connector (SATA drive)? I have decided to replace the logic board in any event as - it has a 90 day warranty - an intermittent fault frays the nerves worse than any other. Anyone got ideas about what is, or could have been the fault?

hi i was wondering how you managed to get apple to replace the logic board on your macbook pro out of warrenty! it happened to me a couple of days ago and yes it was just out of warrenty. at 13months.
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NVIDIA issue: Apple not agreeing to replace logic board

Hi,
I have a 15" MBP purchased in Oct 2007.
This is what happened.
Watching videos, screen starts flickering, Then hanged. So rebooted manually. Happened 3-4 times and after that system won't boot.
Display comes, sound comes and then comes to gray screen of death.
Took it to ASP, guy says software issue and asks me to repair. I go home run the diagnostic test and get the error:
4VDC/1/40000003: VideoController.
Googled and found out about the NVDIA 8600M graphics processor issue.
Went back to ASP very happy that problem occurred with just 2 months remaining for the 4 yr warranty.
Then begins my ordeal.
ASP says because of the kernel panic, they cannot run any diagnostic test to confirm if its only GPP issue. They say some other component on logic board has failed so cannot give free replacement.
Raise it with Customer care who puts me through Customer Relationship Manager, she says she'll have Apple engineers validate it.
Comes back next day, says Apple engg ran test and found out its not GPP issue. I ask for results confirming it. She says I can get those from ASP.
Next day go to ASP, ask for results, they say we could never run any test.
I am a bit of technical guy myself. I understand that any malfunctioning hardware can cause kernel panic and graphics processor is pretty important one.
So what I don't understand is, how can Apple say its not NVDIA issue, without even running any test.
Called up customer care again, (this time was connected to different relationship manager) she kept saying the same thing, we did our test and find to connection to GPP issue. I asked her to put me through some technical person. She said she would do it and am waiting for the same.
What I find very frustrating is that I have found many instances where people found the same issues as mine and they got a free replacement of the logic board. Then why in my case Apple is not willing to accept that this is the same problem.
I need help from folks over here. What really are my options? What should I do?
I am hoping the Apple technical person understands what I am saying. But what if he too refuses to accept?
I cannot afford to spend this much on a logic board. Will have to buy a new one and that too non-MAC. (My wife would kill me if I buy another MAC and based on my own experience I would be very scared as well)
I am based in India.
Please help.
-Thanks
Nikhil

nikhil_no_1 wrote:
Finally some good news. Couldn't wait to share with you all.
Received a call from AASP that they have got the approval for replacement of logic board and I should be getting my laptop back next week. Yayyyy..
This is what happened today.
Today being a holiday I went there in the afternoon. Luckily the place was empty. So caught hold of the supervisor and told him lets sit together and work on the
issue. Told him if we suspect the kernel panic to be an OS issue then lets hook up another HDD and bootup the laptop. Thankfully he too obliged.
First thing he booted up in single user mode and ran fsck. HDD was all OK. Then I noticed that the background instead of being completely black had some blue
colored stripes. He probably noticed that as well but didn't say so. When I asked him if it was supposed to be black he said yes but also said it could be an OS
issue as well. Then he got an external monitor. But since the laptop won't boot we couldn't reach the stage where we can make use of external monitor.
Next he brought external HDD. It was detected but again laptop won't boot from it.
Then he got the NVIDIA Test Program on a USB stick and tried to hook it up. Unfortunately the laptop didn't recognize the USB stick. He then got the specs of
my laptop from Apple Site and brought up the TS2377. Then he gave me some nonsense about how my model was 15"MBP 2.2/2.4 GHz (Late
2007) whereas in TS2377, it just says 15"MBP 2.2/2.4 GHz, no mention of Late 2007, therefore my laptop is not part of affected batch. I was like, dude, what
are you talking about, its clearly mentioned manufactured between May 2007 to September 2008. Then he said, this model doesn't have "something" because of
which the NVIDIA test cannot be run. When I asked what that something is, then he just said nothing and cut short that thread of conversation. Then he tried to run
the test on his own laptop and to my good fortune even that laptop didn't recognize the USB at bootup time. It would detect when system was running. At
that point he pretty much ran out of all excuses and told me he would take the laptop inside and work on it. He told me he'll give me a call once he has an
update which he did a while back and gave me the fantastic news.
Although I am thankful to this AASP person for looking into it seriously, this whole episode has left a bitter taste about Apple's service in general.
First I never expected Apple product to go bust in less than 4 years. And if there is a known manufacturing fault then Apple should make sure that the
customer doesnt have to do running around to prove the issue.
The NVIDIA test requires the system to boot up. But ideally the test should be such that they should just be able to take the logic board and verify it somehow.
Its like, if the part has gone little bad then we can replace, but if its gone completely bad then we can't.
Also, Apple should look to fix issues in logic board rather than asking users to replace it completely (in the event they are not providing replacement). For all
we know the problem could be in $10 component that requires a $1000 to replace.
Anyways, enough of my rant. I'm just relieved that matter is resolved. I am thankful to all who replied esp tjk.
Wow.
As you and I already know, that machine is indeed one of the models that may be affected by the NVIDIA issue. It's difficult to believe someone would deny that. Anyway, your persistence paid off, and you should be on the way to a normally functioning MBP. Finally. It's too bad you had to go through all that, but I'm glad that worked out for you. Hope you'll post back with the results after the MBP is repaired.

Replace FW port WITHOUT replacing logic board

Ok so I know everyone including apple says that you have to replace the entire logic board if your FireWire port is damaged however spending $400 for a new logic board on a computer that might cost not much more than that isn't a smart choice financially. I'd rather find a way to solder on a new FireWire port.
I have the 13" black Macbook core duo 2.0GHz and I already spent $200 replacing the hard drive, memory and battery so I really can't spend anymore money on this thing before it becomes stupid. I would have just bought a brand new mac mini!
Anyone have some experience replacing ports on a logic board??

Won't work. The FireWire port is part of the logic board. Even if you could get the old one off without damaging the board, you can't get the port as a part, and then reconnecting it...no.
At least the MacBook has some functionality now. If you need FireWire, sell this one (letting the buyer know about the problem) and get a new machine.
Best of luck.

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