How should I go about replacing my logic board (MB4,1 -> MB5,2)?
I currently have a black Macbook 4,1 (A1181/2.4 GHz) with 2 GB of RAM.
OLD ::
It comes with FireWire, and cannot make any use of an eGPU currently. I am interested in finding out wether I can replace my current logic board with that of a newer , such as the Macbook 6,1 (White - Unibody), to make use of slightly newer technologies, while still keeping the same capabilities of (if not adding to those of) my current Macbook. This would also make future upgrades easier, in opposition to having to use MacPostFactor... The primary thing holding these devices back is their older GPUs (in this case, Intel GMA X3100), which is starting to cause some issues... I'm going to need to go parts-shopping...
CURRENT ::
I'm back from my shopping trip, and have just made a video about my recent decision. I looked at the prices for all component options. The cheapest prices for better RAM (20-30 USD/unit + shipping) and HDD/SSD (50-90 USD/unit + shipping) were a bit too high.
I managed to grab the logic board for approx. 75 USD (including shipping). Now I just need a heatsink and a MB5,2 Superdrive replacement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB2c_S0k...
In the video, you'll also notice that there is a wire that has no place on the logic board to connect to.
Here is a look at the original logic board:
A closer look at the area where the original wire would plug in...
A look at the same area on the newer logic board:
From what I've done so far*, it appears as though the orphaned wire was for an internal battery.
In addition to this, someone on eBay recently (approx 1 week ago) posted the Superdrive and Heat-sink/fan pairing I needed - for under 11 USD each. The thermal paste was under 3 USD.
*The video here...*
Is this a good question?
5 Comments
How about posting a still image of the cable and describe what it is attached to.
I think you maybe hitting a wall here with the parts which is one of the issues you face when trying to force fit something that was never designed to do.
by Dan
I will. Also, found this online:
http://apple.stackexchange.com/questions...
It looks like someone pulled the move I'm trying, but I'm going to need to do some more research online...
by TopHatProductions115
Looks like a square peg and round hole problem! It just won't work. These systems innards are laid out very differently which is why this won't work.
by Dan
If the wire is coming from a legacy component (ie., the Superdrive, Bluetooth antanea, etc.), it won't halt the operation. That has already been arranged. Since it's not coming from the logic board, it can be swapped...
by TopHatProductions115
The wire was for a now-unused sensor. I'll be uploading a video later tonight about this...
by TopHatProductions115