How long should you run your macbook with a dead logic board

[maluut]

So a few months ago apple told me that my logic board was kaput and needs to be repaired. I was advised that this would be around $280 dollars.

I have been able to run the computer for a few months now, only by power cord. usually fighting with it to get a green light on my power cord.

Went away for the weekend and came back to no light from the power cord whatsoever. computer wont turn on. i understand that this is normal but can i revive it without going back to apple?

 

[old-wiz]

If the logic board has died you are out of luck.

 

[chrisperro]

$280 ?? that is cheap ,apple say that?
they say my motherboard will cost me 800 dollars to repair by apple.
(canada)

 

[Dalton63841]

I think someone is mistaken. If the logic board were dead, then it wouldnt work, power cord or otherwise.

 

[iBookG4user]

It sounds like it might even be the DC-in board. If you're handy, you could even replace it yourself, depending on your model of MacBook it's around $30 here.

 

[iThinkergoiMac]

I think someone is mistaken. If the logic board were dead, then it wouldnt work, power cord or otherwise.

+1, this. If you have a dead logic board, that = dead computer.

 

[TCUFaulk]

similar situation

My logic board went out today and Apple said it would be $280 plus tax for them to fix it. Mine is the logic board, it won't work.

My question is this: I have had the MacBook for over 4 years, I've upgraded the RAM and Hard Drive. Should I get the computer fixed or just invest in a new one? $300+ to get it fixed and risk something else going out since it is 4 years old or purchase something new?

Thoughts?