Introduction
The logic board is the heart of your iMac. A defect here often leads to a total failure of the device. While many workshops only offer an expensive complete replacement (if available at all), we specialize in repair at chip-level. This not only saves considerable money, but is also much more sustainable.
Typical Signs of a Defective Logic Board
If your iMac shows any of the following problems, a logic board repair is often the solution. For a complete overview of all iMac repair services, visit our main page:
- Won't start: The iMac stays black, no startup chime sounds.
- Question mark folder: The system can no longer find the hard drive, although it is intact.
- Graphics errors: Stripes, artifacts or a distorted image, although the display is fine.
- Crashes & restarts: The iMac crashes randomly during operation (kernel panic).
- Ports not working: USB, Thunderbolt or audio ports no longer function.
- After liquid damage: Corrosion from water, coffee etc. is one of the most common causes.
Why Chip-Level Repair Instead of Replacement?
A logic board replacement is often not only expensive, but also no longer available for older iMac models. Our chip-level repair offers decisive advantages:
💰 Significantly More Cost-Effective
A repair typically costs €120-420, while a replacement board (if available) often costs €800-1500+.
🌱 Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly
Instead of disposing of the entire board, we only repair the defective components.
⚡ Faster Available
While replacement boards are often on order for weeks, we can usually repair within 2-3 days.
🔧 Possible for All Models
Even for iMacs for which Apple has long since stopped supplying spare parts. Our iMac repair service covers all generations.
Our Repair Process
We proceed systematically to bring your iMac logic board back to life:
- Free diagnosis: We analyze the fault on your logic board to find the exact cause.
- Microscopic examination: Our technicians examine the traces and components at chip-level.
- Precision soldering: Defective microcomponents (resistors, chips, controllers) are replaced with special tools.
- Ultrasonic cleaning: For liquid damage, the board is freed from all corrosion.
- Final test: We perform a comprehensive stress test to ensure the stability and full functionality of the repaired board.
Common Logic Board Defects and Their Causes
Water Damage and Corrosion
Liquids are enemy No. 1 for logic boards. Even small amounts can cause long-term corrosion. Our ultrasonic cleaning removes all residues.
Overheating and Defective Voltage Regulators
Dusty fans or defective sensors can lead to overheating. This often damages voltage regulators or capacitors.
Power Surges and Lightning Damage
Defective power supplies or lightning strikes can damage sensitive chips. These can often be replaced individually.
Aging of Solder Joints
Especially in older iMacs, solder joints can fatigue through thermal cycles and cause contact problems.
Cost of a Logic Board Repair
The costs depend on the specific defect and the required spare parts:
- Simple repairs: €120-200 (e.g., defective capacitors, resistors)
- Medium complexity: €200-300 (e.g., voltage regulators, small chips)
- Complex repairs: €300-420 (e.g., CPU socket, larger controller chips)
Important: After a free analysis, we always provide a transparent cost estimate. A repair is significantly cheaper than a replacement board in 90% of cases.
Supported iMac Models
We repair logic boards for all iMac generations. For other iMac problems such as display damage or hard drive upgrades, visit our complete iMac repair service:
- iMac 24" (M1, 2021): Apple Silicon logic boards
- iMac 27" (2019-2020): Intel-based models
- iMac Pro 27" (2017): Xeon-based workstation
- iMac 21.5" & 27" (2012-2019): All Intel generations
- Older iMacs (2009-2011): Also for vintage models
Even for iMacs that Apple no longer supports, we often have solutions!
Other iMac Repair Services
In addition to logic board repair, we offer all other iMac repair services:
- Display repair: Glass breakage, stripes, backlight problems
- Hard drive upgrade: SSD installation for significantly better performance
- RAM upgrade: More memory for smoother operation
- Graphics error repair: GPU reballing and chip-level repair
- Water damage repair: Complete cleaning and restoration
- Fan replacement: Quiet and efficient cooling
All services with transparent prices and 12 months warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Logic Board Repair
How much does an iMac logic board repair cost?
The cost for an iMac logic board repair ranges from €120-420, depending on the specific defect. Simple repairs (capacitors, resistors) cost €120-200, medium complexity €200-300, and complex repairs €300-420. This is significantly cheaper than a replacement board.
Why chip-level repair instead of logic board replacement?
Chip-level repair is 70-80% cheaper than replacement, more sustainable, faster available, and also possible for older iMac models for which Apple no longer supplies spare parts. We only repair the defective components instead of replacing the entire board.
Which iMac models can be repaired?
We repair logic boards for all iMac generations: iMac 24" M1 (2021), iMac 27" (2019-2020), iMac Pro 27" (2017), iMac 21.5" & 27" (2012-2019) and older iMacs (2009-2011). Even for vintage models, we often have solutions.
iMac Logic Board Defective?
Give your iMac a second chance. A repair is often the smartest and most affordable solution. Also visit our complete iMac repair service for all other problems.
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