MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Late 2011) Repair St Andrews
Book a repair for your MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Late 2011) at Repair St Andrews. Select your repair type below, pick a drop-off time, and we'll have it ready for you.
About MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Late 2011) Repair
The MacBook Pro 15-inch A1286 Late 2011 features quad-core Intel Core i7 processors at 2.2GHz or 2.4GHz, a 15.4-inch 1440x900 display, AMD Radeon HD 6750M discrete graphics with 512MB or 1GB VRAM, and Intel HD Graphics 3000 integrated graphics. This model is part of the 2011 generation widely affected by GPU failure, where the AMD Radeon chip develops solder joint defects causing graphical artefacts, kernel panics, and complete display failure. Apple ran a repair programme for this issue but it has long since ended. Other common repair needs include hard drive replacement for the 500GB or 750GB spinning disks, battery cell degradation, and Thunderbolt port issues. The dual-graphics switching system can also malfunction, leaving the machine stuck on one GPU. RAM is user-upgradeable to 16GB, making these machines still viable when the GPU is functioning. Visit our St Andrews workshop for expert MacBook Pro 15-inch A1286 Late 2011 repairs.
| Colour | i7 2.2GHz/4GB/500GB | i7 2.4GHz/4GB/750GB |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | MD318B/A | MD322B/A |
Common MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Late 2011) Issues We Fix
- Diagnostic
- Screen Replacement
- macOS Upgrade / Reinstall
- Software Repair
- Virus Removal
- Data Recovery
Learn more about our screen replacement service or battery replacement service.
What needs fixing?
Select the repair your MacBook Pro 15″ A1286 (Late 2011) needs. Not sure? Choose Diagnostic and we'll figure it out.
Same-Day Repairs Available
Select a repair above to book your drop-off time
Choose a RepairCommon Questions
How long will the repair take?
Most repairs are completed the same day you drop off your device. We'll give you a time estimate when you bring it in. More complex repairs may take 1-2 working days.
Do I need to back up my data first?
We always recommend backing up your device before any repair. While most repairs don't affect your data, it's best to be safe. We can help you with this if needed.
What if I'm not sure what's wrong?
No problem - just select "Diagnostic" as your repair type. We'll run a full check on your device and let you know what we find before doing any work.
How much will it cost?
We'll give you a quote when you drop off your device. We won't carry out any work without your approval first.
Is my booking a fixed appointment?
Your booking is a preferred drop-off time. You're welcome to come in a few minutes either side. If your plans change, just give us a call on 01334 478866.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, all major debit and credit cards (including Amex), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfer.
Find Us in St Andrews
1 City Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9XQ
(Beside the West Port)
Mon-Fri: 09:30-17:30
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: Closed
01334 478866
Ready to Book Your Repair?
Visit us at 1 City Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9XQ | Mon-Fri 09:30-17:30, Sat 10:00-17:00