Replacement the motherboard on Macbook Pro 2010

[asharunov]

Hi, I would like to replace the motherboard in my Apple MacBook Pro 15.4' A1286 Intel Core i5 (2.40 GHz) (MC371LL/A, 820-2850-A).
Would You get me some advise about:
1. Is it will enought just to insert a new board (the same Intel Core i5 2.40 GHz) or do I need to change something in the OS settings after replace?
2. Can I replace my board (Intel Core i5 2.40 GHz) to Intel i7 2.66 GHz Logic Board 820-2850-A, Will it fit in size and will it work?

 

[Audit13]

Be aware of the fact that the 2010 15" MBP has an inherent problem with a capacitor that handles switching from the Intel to nVidia GPU.

 

[asharunov]

Be aware of the fact that the 2010 15" MBP has an inherent problem with a capacitor that handles switching from the Intel to nVidia GPU.

Thanks You! I know this, that's my situation, this why me need the another logic board.

So do you think if the version with i7 chipset have these problems?

 

[Audit13]

I think the i5 and i7 models would be affected.

Did you try installing the software gfx fix (https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...for-kernel-panic-of-macbook-pro-2010.2044304/) and running the Cinebench OpenGL test?

I had a 2010 15" i5 that had the same kernel panics. I installed the software fix and it would pass the Cinebench test.

I decided to get the capacitor replaced by a local repair shop and it's been perfect ever since then.

 

[asharunov]

I think the i5 and i7 models would be affected.

Did you try installing the software gfx fix (https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...for-kernel-panic-of-macbook-pro-2010.2044304/) and running the Cinebench OpenGL test?

I had a 2010 15" i5 that had the same kernel panics. I installed the software fix and it would pass the Cinebench test.

I decided to get the capacitor replaced by a local repair shop and it's been perfect ever since then.

thanks, but there is no same repair shop in Russia. It is more cheaper to buy the used logic board on ebay.

 

[Audit13]

What about replacing the capacitor yourself? Does the software fix work for you?

 

[Mr_Brightside_@]

I think the i5 and i7 models would be affected.

Did you try installing the software gfx fix (https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...for-kernel-panic-of-macbook-pro-2010.2044304/) and running the Cinebench OpenGL test?

I had a 2010 15" i5 that had the same kernel panics. I installed the software fix and it would pass the Cinebench test.

I decided to get the capacitor replaced by a local repair shop and it's been perfect ever since then.

We're both in Toronto, where did you take yours?

 

[Audit13]

I take my out-of-warranty Macbooks here: http://www.macrepaircanada.com/

 

[Mr_Brightside_@]

Cool. I do a lot of repairs as a side business, but my only board work is isopropyl and a toothbrush, which I think you're familiar with. Nice that he's downtown.

 

[Audit13]

Hamad is very reliable and honest IMHO. He repaired a couple of heavily liquid-damaged Macbook Airs for me and they have been running perfectly for the past year.

 

[Mr_Brightside_@]

In another thread, you mentioned purchasing some liquid damaged Airs. Do you have anywhere specific you buy them? I like to buy them for parts sometimes, but I need a display for one atm.

 

[Audit13]

I found three in the past year: 1 on Craigslist and 2 on Kijiji.

Most people want crazy prices for "parts" machines but I was fortunate to find some at a decent price. I was hoping to get the going without resorting to using Hamad but it they were beyond my capabilities.

OP: all 2010 i5 and i7 logic boards will have the capacitor problem unless the owner has replaced the affected capacitor with a more robust version.

 

[asharunov]

What about replacing the capacitor yourself? Does the software fix work for you?

Tried, but I'm afraid no.

How do You think, Can I order this capacitor to Russia?

 

[Audit13]

https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...ts-the-best-fix.1890097/page-32#post-25743966

 

[asharunov]

https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...ts-the-best-fix.1890097/page-32#post-25743966

thanks

 

[asharunov]

I think the i5 and i7 models would be affected.

Did you try installing the software gfx fix (https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...for-kernel-panic-of-macbook-pro-2010.2044304/) and running the Cinebench OpenGL test?

I had a 2010 15" i5 that had the same kernel panics. I installed the software fix and it would pass the Cinebench test.

I decided to get the capacitor replaced by a local repair shop and it's been perfect ever since then.

Can You make more clear for me:
I installed software fix and run the Cinebench test, during the test my macbook reboot with GPU panic error.
Does it make sense to replace the capacitor or simply to order the working logic board?

 

[Audit13]

Can You make more clear for me:
I installed software fix and run the Cinebench test, during the test my macbook reboot with GPU panic error.
Does it make sense to replace the capacitor or simply to order the working logic board?

Did you disable SIP before installing the fix?

Is the MBP running Sierra?

If you order a replacement board, the board will probably have the same problem or will develop the problem over time.

I would look into the cost of a capacitor replacement and the cost of a replacement board.

 

[asharunov]

Did you disable SIP before installing the fix?

Is the MBP running Sierra?

If you order a replacement board, the board will probably have the same problem or will develop the problem over time.

I would look into the cost of a capacitor replacement and the cost of a replacement board.

OWWWWW... I try this once again and now this work!

MBP Mid 2010 GPU Fix, utility program:

The friend julian-poidevin, created an utility program called MBPMid2010_GPUFix, that allows to fix the kext, using the parameters above described.
The link to project is here : https://github.com/julian-poidevin/MBPMid2010_GPUFix
You can download it here : https://github.com/julian-poidevin/MBPMid2010_GPUFix/releases/latest

1 - Before, make sure these .kext are original (unmodified), and loaded (About this Mac -> System Report -> Software -> Extensions):

• ACPI_SMC_PlatformPlugin.kext (IOPlatformPluginFamily.kext)
• AppleGraphicsPowerManagement.kext

2 - Run fix.

I think I left the automatic graphics switching select in ON at first time )))
Any way, I would like to insure myself and order a capacitor, is this one suitable? [LINK on shop]

 

[Audit13]

Yes, it looks like the same part number that was mentioned in this post: https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...ts-the-best-fix.1890097/page-32#post-25743966

 

[asharunov]

Yes, it looks like the same part number that was mentioned in this post: https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...ts-the-best-fix.1890097/page-32#post-25743966

Thanks You for help, I hope MBPMid2010_GPUFix is help!

 

[Audit13]

Thanks You for help, I hope MBPMid2010_GPUFix is help!

You are very welcome. We are all here to learn and help each other

 

[asharunov]

You are very welcome. We are all here to learn and help each other

If I deside to change the capacitor, I'll write about this.

 

[Audit13]

If I deside to change the capacitor, I'll write about this.

Order the capacitor but don't replace the capacitor until the software fix doesn't work?

 

[asharunov]

Order the capacitor but don't replace the capacitor until the software fix doesn't work?

Sure! "Do not change if it works"

 

[asharunov]

I think the i5 and i7 models would be affected.

Did you try installing the software gfx fix (https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...for-kernel-panic-of-macbook-pro-2010.2044304/) and running the Cinebench OpenGL test?

I had a 2010 15" i5 that had the same kernel panics. I installed the software fix and it would pass the Cinebench test.

I decided to get the capacitor replaced by a local repair shop and it's been perfect ever since then.

Why You decide to replaced the capacitor if the software fix is works?