

So you already have the fastest board for that model year. In your model year, Mid 2010 17", I only see two Logic Boards: In general you must replace with the same board. " So my question is am I stuck with replacing the same model logic board or can I switch it with a later model?" Again if you're lucky the current problems will be the only ones you have. Water wicks between the membranes of the keyboard array and will cause problems for months in the future. These are likely to increase as you use the MBP. If you're lucky this will be the only issue. There is actually no separate graphics card. " except for the graphics card displaying video" "Fortunately everything works except for the graphics card displaying video on the display"Īgain, " No attempt should be made to start/restart the computer since this could potentially damage the logic board beyond all repair. I can go into the keyboard issue if you like. The logic board should be placed in a drying/dehumidifing oven for at least two days. Liquid can wick under them and cause havoc for weeks if not months after the incident. This is especially true of the large chips on the logic board. Depends on the mineral content of the water.). (In a water spill the deionized water is probably not as critical. Then all affected parts would be washed in deionized water and blown dry with compressed air. No attempt should be made to start/restart the computer since this could potentially damage the logic board beyond all repair.

It is especially important that the battery be disconnected and removed.Īll affected parts must be removed from the laptop. All power must be removed as soon as possible. "Whenever a liquid spill occurs the first thing that has to happen is the laptop should be shut down immediately. So here's my standard response to a liquid spill/water event: Hello trappinin203 and welcome to Apple Support Communities,
