Hi I have a mid 2012 MBP 15" that has a VST failure. Apple wants $580 to replace to logic board, which isn't something I'm overly keen about. I've used 3fxcardstatus to varrying sucess to keep it in integrated mode but really doesn't seem to be a great solution. quick quesiton: will the machine run in clamshell mode using the integrated graphics?
Also looking for some advice re: my next computer option. I have a line on a refurbished late 2013 rMBP 13" with 8 GB/256 GB at $560. It's got a battery with just 33 cycle and no dead pixels. Are there any inherent problems with this computer (see rMBP nvidia GPU failure)? What attracts me to this computer is the lack of USB-C and the potential to upgrade the SD... Or, am I a fool for considering a computer that is 4 years old and should just buy the new 8Gb/256 13" for (non touchbar) for 1400-1500? plus the cost of whatever dongles I need.....
thanks
drccw
Also looking for some advice re: my next computer option. I have a line on a refurbished late 2013 rMBP 13" with 8 GB/256 GB at $560. It's got a battery with just 33 cycle and no dead pixels. Are there any inherent problems with this computer (see rMBP nvidia GPU failure)? What attracts me to this computer is the lack of USB-C and the potential to upgrade the SD... Or, am I a fool for considering a computer that is 4 years old and should just buy the new 8Gb/256 13" for (non touchbar) for 1400-1500? plus the cost of whatever dongles I need.....
thanks
drccw