MacBook Pro Logic Board Replacement

hindo on 22/11/2023 - 08:53

My MacBook Pro died yesterday after 9 years of faithful service. Took it to Apple Genius and they said it is logic board.

So I am thinking of replacing the board just for the sake of it and to teach my son through the process (we will learn together as I have not done it before either).

Anyway I need advice on accessing the board. Not looking to spend heaps of money but have noticed some on AliExpress for around $100.

Wondering your thoughts on buying one of these? I know they are used and come with an inherent risk but curious if anyone has bought something similar from AE without any issues?

Or any other thoughts on where to access a cheap logic board for A1502 MacBook Pro?

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Comments

  • CodeXD on 22/11/2023 - 09:08
    +1

    I have an old Nexus 5X that developed a fault which also required changing the logic board.

    It was a really good phone (at the time) so I bought a logic board from aliexpress, and even upgraded the spec from 2gb/16gb to 2gb/32gb. I didn't have any issues with it and followed a disassembly guide on youtube.

    I'd imagine laptops will be harder, not sure how lock down macbooks are in the sense. I would suggest watching a video first and see if you have the right tools to do it as well.

  • EightImmortals on 22/11/2023 - 09:10

    I pulled a dead one apart a couple of years back. Glad I didn't have to put it back together. Anyway, from memory you will a special propitiatory screwdriver to get it apart (maybe 2) I got mine from ebay, plenty there. You will probably need to make use of your sons smaller fingers and better eyesight. :) Good luck!

  • holdenmg on 22/11/2023 - 09:19
    +1

    Hi,

    I wouldn't spend more on it at that age.

    Soon you are probably looking at a Battery as well (unless already replaced) or unimportant to your needs.

    If it is in Mint condition and you can live with whatever OS you can get it to run on, I'd suggest getting a Logic Board quote from https://www.microseconds.com.au or looking at one of their Used MacBook Pros. https://www.microseconds.com.au/laptops.html

    They used to be in Ultimo, now moved to:
    32 Cook Street
    North Ryde NSW 2113

  • mskeggs on 22/11/2023 - 10:20

    Take a look at the relevant fixya/iFixit pages and see if it is something you are comfortable with.
    Macbooks are a bit of a mixed bag. Some parts are super fiddly, others are just big chunks with everything integrated.
    If it is nice condition it is likely worth $200 on eBay as is for someone trying the opposite - replacing a smashed screen/damaged body and the ram and SSD are likely fine.

  • Ocker on 22/11/2023 - 12:24
    +1

    My experience with electronics is they never seem to go back together again and end up in the trash can.
    Still, all good fun!

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