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Is my MacBook Pro dead?

Apple MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.8 17" Mid-2009 Specs

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bert [Entry]

It is most likely the Tantallon capacitor on the logic board. It will need to be replaced by someone who knows how to remove the old one and solder on a more capable one . All the 2009/2010 17”machines have this weak spot, and will eventually pack it in. But the fix is easy, if you know how to solder and read the schematics.