Macbook pro 13 2011 thermal sensor issue ,fan is making a **** lot of sound

I hav run the system hardware diagnostics it showed the thermar sensor issue .what would be the cost of it to be replaced

if you plan on getting it repaired at a repair shop, you would need to bring it there for an estimate.

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    I just discovered an issue with the internal speakers of my Macbook Pro 2011.
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    When the slider is set to the middle the right speaker is definitely louder than the left one.
    Do you have the same problem?
    (2 members from other forums have confirmed this problem)

    Ok....I just found this here:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3336
    Quote:
    +"You may notice that when you move the Balance slider in the Sound preferences pane far to the left speaker that you can still hear sound from the right side of the MacBook Pro.+
    +This sound is actually generated by the sub-woofer, but because of its placement, the audio from the subwoofer seems to be coming from the right side speaker. Due to the placement+
    +of the subwoofer it is normal for the sound stage to seem shifted slightly towards the right speaker. If you prefer, you can adjust the balance control to shift the sound stage to the left or right side."+
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  • Macbook pro 2011 - severe overheating issues

    I just recently received my 2011 15" 2.2 GHz Macbook Pro from Apple. (It came via FedEx Monday morning.)
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    Not to interrupt the great advise given so far, but I cannot resist...
    Here are my thoughts:
    The machine is broke with hardware issues.
    It is new the machine is designed to shut itself off if temp reach dangerous damaging temps.
    This has happened, what 3 times at least.
    SMC/PRAM reset is likely not going to fix this problem and a fresh install, well, em' probably not. I would be surprised. Only because your machine keeps shutting itself off. Not sure if the other poster had their machine shutting down on them or just a temp heat problem.
    Here is my suggestion when you take it to the genius bar.
    1. be patient and let them check it out.
    2. If they want to do a reinstall let them, but make sure you have your data backed up before you go.
    3. If you do a clean install at the Genius bar, DO NOT leave the store with out testing it thoroughly.
    4. You have 14 days after purchase to return any Mac.
    5. If you are with in this 14 days, Do Not let them convince you to send the machine in for repair. Do an exchange or return.

  • MacBook Pro 2011 Flash Stutter Issue

    This is a very specific problem that flares periodically, but consistently enough so that it's very noticeable and bothersome.
    When watching flash, the audio occasionally struggles for a mere half a second, creating a distinctive pop or clicking noise. It's very, very quick. The video also will pause on occasion, though much more rarely. These two issues are sometimes, but not always, mutually exclusive.
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    I am having this exact issue, it seems to get worse with every minute constantly running a flash application, and the skipping or stuttering is not isolated to the flash program itself, it makes the entire computer stutter.
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  • New Macbook Pro 2011 MAJOR battery issues

    I just bought a refurbished Macbook Pro, it was built on a couple of months ago so it is pretty much brand new.
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  • MacBook Pro 2011 AirPort Driver Issue Causes Grey Screen of Death

    Hello, I'd like to report a problem with the AirPort driver. It appears that if you connect to an AdHoc source for internet connection, the computer after a few minutes will crash with a Grey Screen of Death. Upon reboot it says a serious error has occurred with a stack trace pointing back to the AirPort driver. I have all the latest patches installed as well. I thought this was a problem with my laptop so I exchanged it for another with and it exhibited the same problem.

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  • MacBook Pro 2011 - 15" Core i7 - SSD - Heating, Screen Flickering Issues

    Hello,
    I recently brought MacBook Pro 2011 15" Anti-glare High Resolution with Core i7 2.2 G Hz, SSD, 8GB of RAM. I installed Microsoft Office and Angry Birds at this time. I'm facing multiple issues with my first Mac. Is anyone facing these kinds of issues in new MacBook Pro 15" models?
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    *Apple Support KB:*
    On High Fan Speed Issue: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4543
    On Display Flicker Issue (not at exactly pin-point this issue): http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1573
    On Gray Progress Bar Issue: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3148
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  • MacBook Pro 2011 Repair Extension Program for Video Issues -Feedback?

    Anybody have any feedback from the MacBook Pro 2011 Repair Extension Program for Video Issues?
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    install iStat menus:
    http://bjango.com/mac/istatmenus/
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  • My 13" macbook pro 2011 overheating anyone with same issue?

    my 13" macbook pro 2011 turn hot when i open windows (boot camp) and also using microsoft word on mac os x, why this issue happen? anyone with same issue?

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  • Macbook Pro 2011 won't turn on (RAM issue?)

    (Macbook pro 2011) I had water damage so I sent in to apple for a complete makeover and they pretty much replaced everything. The laptop seemed to be working fine but the issue is that when I put my laptop to sleep / turn off it won't turn back on. I haven't had the time to take my laptop back to the apple store due to projects / travelling. I've found that there is one quick fix, manually resetting the ram by taking the RAM chips out for a second then re-inserting them. The other way is to hold Command+Option+P+R 3 times before reboot and that'll work temporarily for a day maybe. I plan on taking it to the apple store in a day or so if the problem doesn't resolve itself. Do you guys have any suggestions?
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    OS X Mavericks- Reinstall OS X
    OS X Mountain Lion- Reinstall OS X
    OS X Lion- Reinstall Mac OS X
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  • Is there a compatibility issue with the Current USB 3 external Hard drives and MacBook Pro 2011 (USB 2)?

    I am currently having bad hangs with my 13" MacBook Pro (2011) which I book 2012 ad a New external Harddrive (WD My Passport Edge) which was given to me as a gift.
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  • Issue with Macbook Pro 2011

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  • New 15" Macbook Pro with periodic charging issues

    Hola a todos,
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  • Macbook Pro 2011 - Apple It's time

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