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Bugged 2.0 firmware EFI

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ramzhh

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Apr 21, 2010
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I have the early 2010 13' MBP. A while ago, 2.0 EFI firmware was released, and came up on my screen. I then installed it, then it showed up on the next software update that I had to install the 2.0 firmware (again). I did it again, now it's showing up again. This seems like a bugged somethingidontknowwhat.

What am I supposed to do? Here's a screeny:

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if you try to install it without having it plugged into a power source it won't actually install. Are you trying to do this on battery power?
 
Just try installing it and if it damages the EFI chip on the logic board, take it in to the genius bar for a new logic board. If you have a 2010 MBP, then you should still be within warranty.
 
AlphaDogg said:
Just try installing it and if it damages the EFI chip on the logic board, take it in to the genius bar for a new logic board. If you have a 2010 MBP, then you should still be within warranty.
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It doesn't work. I don't get any gray screen after restart or any status bar, my computer just restarts normally and nothing changes. Also, there are no genius bars here in my country. Also, after a quick google search I've found I'm not the only one with this problem. I've tried installing this like 5 times now, NEVER do I get any gray screen, and never does it work, always shows up in Software Update.

WHAT do I do?
 
mulo said:
take it to apple.
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1. There is no Apple here, just the store selling the computer.
2. I'm not the only one with this problem, I've been researching, and it's definitely a software issue, not a hardware one, or I would be the only one. Just gotta wait 'till Apple checks these threads out on their discussion forums and fixes the problem...
 
ramzhh said:
1. There is no Apple here, just the store selling the computer.
2. I'm not the only one with this problem, I've been researching, and it's definitely a software issue, not a hardware one, or I would be the only one. Just gotta wait 'till Apple checks these threads out on their discussion forums and fixes the problem...
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I would call Apple and explain the issue. If you are under warranty, great! If not but this is an issue with Apple's updater or your Logic Board, then I'm sure they will take care of you.

Honestly, there is not much more you can do.


-P
 
Had the issue tonight on my gf's moms mac. Didnt have it plugged in. Next time Im there, ill try it plugged in and post back.
 
@Pentad

I can't call Apple, no calling service in my country, just authorized resellers in which I still have warranty :)

@kgeier82

I tried it plugged in, always, but never works :)
 
When I did this with my Mac Pro I had to hold down some keys to engage the update, what those keys were however I have no idea.
 
Since I'm not the only one with this problem, so it's not unique to my machine, there's no point in bringing it to the reseller. It does, however show lazyness from Apple to fix this problem.
 
ramzhh said:
1. There is no Apple here, just the store selling the computer.
2. I'm not the only one with this problem, I've been researching, and it's definitely a software issue, not a hardware one, or I would be the only one. Just gotta wait 'till Apple checks these threads out on their discussion forums and fixes the problem...
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1. We have no idea where here is so we can't suggest where to take it.

2. everybody else would have taken it to an Apple dealer by now, problem solved.

ramzhh said:
Since I'm not the only one with this problem, so it's not unique to my machine, there's no point in bringing it to the reseller. It does, however show lazyness from Apple to fix this problem.
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I'm sure Apple would be happy to repair it and it sound like a problem with your machine.
 
ramzhh said:
Since I'm not the only one with this problem, so it's not unique to my machine, there's no point in bringing it to the reseller. It does, however show lazyness from Apple to fix this problem.
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Regardless of were you purchased your machine from - your 1 year warranty is with Apple. You have 90 days phone support normally but I have never had problems with Apple helping me anytime in the 1st year from purchase. If you can't call Apple in your country - try calling Apple in America, start by giving them your machines serial number explain your situation and ask for help - be polite and I'm sure they'll help you. Good luck.
 
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