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macOS Monterey 12.3 Update Bricking Macs That Have Had Logic Board Replacements

Reading through these problems I'm beginning to wonder if the problem isn't related to replaced logic board, but to the firmware that was installed on those logic boards. I'm haven't been able to update to 12.3 and haven't had a logic board replacement, but did have to have a firmware update in February. My firmware version is listed as

System Firmware Version: 7429.81.3

Just a thought.
 
Still no fix 10 days after the release of macOS 12.3. Apple Support doesn't give any ETA on when the issue will be fixed.
This is so bad.
 
MajorFubar said:
Anyone but me more concerned that so many nearly new Macbooks have needed a logic board replacement at, what, five months old at most?
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TVreporter said:
Why are brand new M1 Macs needing new logic boards? That’s the bigger story MR that needs to be explored.
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Well, my 16" MacBook Pro died after 1.5 months, shortly after connecting MacSafe for the 2nd or 3rd time. It was completely dead and they had to replace the logic board. The whole thing took a little over 2 months, because I had to talk to Apple at least 11 times (5x chat, at least 6 phone calls) over a period of over 6 to finally be able to send it in for repair. Even then, it was only possible to do it using an external Service Provider.

The repaired MacBook arrived 10 days ago, so I am really glad that this Update did not brick it again. I only got the error message with the iBoot Panic, even though I tried to do the update 3 times before googling what the problem was. A little annoying that the replaced logic board now prevents updating and increases the risk of bricking the system. As great as these new machines are, when it comes to service and quality control, Apple has some room for improvement.
 
JohnJ830 said:
Reading through these problems I'm beginning to wonder if the problem isn't related to replaced logic board, but to the firmware that was installed on those logic boards. I'm haven't been able to update to 12.3 and haven't had a logic board replacement, but did have to have a firmware update in February. My firmware version is listed as

System Firmware Version: 7429.81.3

Just a thought.
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Maybe. My replaced logic board does have firmware 7429.81.3 as well.
 
Ok, my MacBook Pro 16 just returned from service after it crashed when I launched update. I have 12.0.1 again.
What next? As I understand it, not to install and wait for 12.4?
 
JakubZ said:
Ok, my MacBook Pro 16 just returned from service after it crashed when I launched update. I have 12.0.1 again.
What next? As I understand it, not to install and wait for 12.4?
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I have been in and out of Genius Bar for the last 1.5 weeks. Replaced logic board (twice) and now top cap too, and still presenting the issue. Stay away from 12.3 if you want a functioning computer :(
 
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Apple needs to update 12.3 for those who have their logic board replaced. See also the discussion on the Apple forum below, users are getting MAD (and rightfully so). I have reported before; had my logic board replaced due to coffee spill. Upgrading to 12.3 bricked my MBP 14" and after visit to Genius Bar, they replaced my logic board, which left me back to macOS12.01. I can't upgrade as it will brick the logic board again.

CALLING OUT TO APPLE - I AM IN A INFINITE LOOP OF UPGRADING LOGIC BOARDS, A FAULTY MACOS UPDATE IS THE REASON, PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU GENIUS BAR GUYS ARE NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM

Failed to update macOS 12.3 - Apple Community

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I still can't see the 12.3.1 update - mine still shows 12.0.1 (after genius replaced the logic board of MBP 14")
 
I see the 12.3.1 update but won't update til someone else confirms... I've already had multiple logic board replacements with this damn M1 Max and the 2nd Logic board fried over a weeks worth of my work.

Has anyone with a replacement been able to update?
 
I updated my 2018 15" macbook pro (intel) to 12.3 and it bricked it.
I could not revive it through DFU mode with the Apple Controller 2 because it was trying again to install 12.3 which could not boot with it.
I waited paitiently for this version and I did not restore it, to not erase data.
Do you think that if I try to revive it now it could work? (If 12.3.1 fixes the bricking issue)
 
jjsereday said:
I see the 12.3.1 update but won't update til someone else confirms... I've already had multiple logic board replacements with this damn M1 Max and the 2nd Logic board fried over a weeks worth of my work.

Has anyone with a replacement been able to update?
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12.3.1 is able to install on my Mac that previously failed with iBoot panic!

The Mac have replacement motherboard, and get it replaced again when I found 12.3 couldn't be installed.
 
jimgr0 said:
I updated my 2018 15" macbook pro (intel) to 12.3 and it bricked it.
I could not revive it through DFU mode with the Apple Controller 2 because it was trying again to install 12.3 which could not boot with it.
I waited paitiently for this version and I did not restore it, to not erase data.
Do you think that if I try to revive it now it could work? (If 12.3.1 fixes the bricking issue)
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What you could do is download IPSW (you could use ipsw.me), then revive it using that. When you see DFU icon on Apple Configurator, drag the IPSW file onto that icon, then proceed.
 
Extrawdw said:
What you could do is download IPSW (you could use ipsw.me), then revive it using that. When you see DFU icon on Apple Configurator, drag the IPSW file onto that icon, then proceed.
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I think for Intel macs that this is it https://ipsw.me/iBridge2,1
but for intel macs the ipsw only contains the T2 frimware (BridgeOS-iBridge) and is about 600MB for M1 Macs it is 13-14GB and it contains the whole OS.
From DFU Mode should I click revive first and let it download and install it or just drag and drop the ipsw and it will do the same?
 
Ok, Before I click, I'd rather ask you. I wonder why on the list in system preferences (software update section) there is no this point about MacBook Pro issue from apple site. This point is related my MBP 2021 M1Pro issue. Is it the same patch or can i download it from another source?
 

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My own experience: after multiple failed attempts to update to 12.3 the update to 12.3.1 was successful. I hadn’t had a logic board replacement, but firmware had been updated by Apple in January.
 
Thanks, my Mac mini has had a logic board replaced so I'm going to wait until I'm sure it's safe before I run any update for 12.3. I might run the update on my MacBook Pro M1 pro machine but I hesitate to even try that one.
 
Logic board replacement is the reason why? That's a typical Apple lie. My Mac Mini 2018 never had its LB changed whatsoever but it was bricked by the update anyway. I'm planning to report this to local authorities, and Apple's Geniuses not my option. I consider this a crime committed by Apple and I believe Apple won't get away with this.
 
JohnJ830 said:
Reading through these problems I'm beginning to wonder if the problem isn't related to replaced logic board, but to the firmware that was installed on those logic boards. I'm haven't been able to update to 12.3 and haven't had a logic board replacement, but did have to have a firmware update in February. My firmware version is listed as

System Firmware Version: 7429.81.3

Just a thought.
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Logic board replacement is the reason why? That's a typical Apple lie. My Mac Mini 2018 never had its LB changed whatsoever but it was bricked by the update anyway. I'm planning to report this to local authorities, and Apple's Geniuses not my option. I consider this a crime committed by Apple and I believe Apple won't get away with this.
 
Coming out with the issue is caused by a logic board replacement, is nothing but out of compliance consideration. That is, if challenged by the authorities, they would say, that only affect a fraction, a tiny fraction of users who had their devices' logic board replaced, so the problem is there. That's how Apple Think Different -- distort reality and let users deny their own experience, so Apple can get away from any trouble Apple makes.
 
Let's stick to the question please. Does anyone who have replaced board install 12.3.1 without problems?
I wait same like BlueMacawBird :)

Please let us know.
 
JakubZ I am happy to report that I, just now, was able to install the 12.3.1 with no issues. And, to be clear, the 12.3 update did brick my 14" M1Max MBP, and it's logic board had been replaced prior to attempting to install 12.3.
 
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