Apple Offers Free repair and Replacement for Faulty Graphic Cards in MacBook Pro
Apple admitted that some of its more recent MacBook Pro models may contain faulty Nvidia graphics chips that produce distorted video or even fail completely. If your MacBooks have distorted or scrambled video on the computer screen or no video on the computer screen (or external display) even though the computer is on then you are eligible for a free repair or replacement of your faulty graphics card.
The specific models affected are MacBook Pros with the 8600M GT manufactured between May 2007 and last month. They include the MacBook Pro (15-Inch, 2.4/2.2GHz), MacBook Pro (17-Inch, 2.4GHz), and MacBook Pro (Early 2008).
“If your MacBook Pro is exhibiting any of the symptoms listed above, please take it to an Apple Retail StoreApple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) for evaluation, or call your local Apple Contact Center,” Apple said. “Before visiting the Genius Bar at the Apple Retail Store, please make a reservation.”
If you have paid for repairs or replacements before Apple will also issue refunds to customers. These customers should contact Apple for details on the refund process.
[via AppleInsider]
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