MacBook Pro A3185 Repair London
Repairs, upgrades and data recovery for the MacBook Pro A3185: 14-inch, Apple M4 Max, sold in 2024.
About the MacBook Pro A3185
The 14-inch M4 Max model from late 2024.
Turn the MacBook Pro over. The model number starts with A and is printed in small grey type on the bottom case, near the hinge.
| Model number | A3185 |
|---|---|
| Family | MacBook Pro |
| Sold | 2024 |
| Version | 14-inch |
| Processor | Apple M4 Max |
| Storage | Soldered to the logic board and encrypted by the Apple silicon chip, so data recovery depends on getting the logic board working |
| Memory | Built into the Apple silicon chip package, so it can't be upgraded |
| Security | Secure Enclave in the Apple chip |
Common MacBook Pro A3185 faults we repair
- Liquid damage on the logic board
- No power, or not charging through USB-C or MagSafe
- Cracked or flickering screens
- Data recovery when the Mac will not start
Every repair starts with a diagnosis, and we give you a fixed price before any work. If the fault is on the logic board, we repair it at component level instead of replacing the whole board.
Data recovery from the A3185
The MacBook Pro A3185 has its storage soldered to the logic board and encrypted by the Apple silicon chip, so data recovery depends on getting the logic board working.
The encryption keys live inside the chip, so the files cannot be read from the storage chips on their own. We repair the board at component level, start the Mac, and copy your data off. We will need your login password.
Upgrades
- Storage: not upgradeable in the usual way, because it is fixed to the board. Ask us whether a chip-level upgrade is possible.
- Memory: Built into the Apple silicon chip package, so it can't be upgraded.
Prices
| Repair | Price |
|---|---|
| Logic board repair, non-complex | From £165 + VAT |
| Logic board repair, very complex, such as liquid damage | From £285 + VAT |
For a screen, battery or other part for the A3185 not listed here, call 020 7394 2525 and we will price it for you. See the full price list.
Repairs for this model
Logic Board Repair, Screen Repair, Data Recovery, Hard Drive and SSD Upgrade, Liquid Damage Repair, Memory Upgrade
Other models from these years
- A2338 13-inch, Apple M1 or M2, 2020 and 2022
- A2442 14-inch, Apple M1 Pro or M1 Max, 2021
- A2485 16-inch, Apple M1 Pro or M1 Max, 2021
- A2779 14-inch, Apple M2 Pro or M2 Max, 2023
- A2780 16-inch, Apple M2 Pro or M2 Max, 2023
- A2918 14-inch, Apple M3, 2023
- A2992 14-inch, Apple M3 Pro or M3 Max, 2023
- A2991 16-inch, Apple M3 Pro or M3 Max, 2023
- A3112 14-inch, Apple M4, 2024
- A3401 14-inch, Apple M4 Pro, 2024
- A3403 16-inch, Apple M4 Pro, 2024
- A3186 16-inch, Apple M4 Max, 2024
- A3434 14-inch, Apple M5, 2025
- A3426 14-inch, Apple M5 Pro, 2026
- A3427 14-inch, Apple M5 Max, 2026
- A3428 16-inch, Apple M5 Pro, 2026
- A3429 16-inch, Apple M5 Max, 2026
- All MacBook Pro models
Questions
Where do I find the model number?
Turn the MacBook Pro over. The model number starts with A and is printed in small grey type on the bottom case, near the hinge.
Can you get my files off a MacBook Pro A3185 that will not turn on?
The encryption keys live inside the chip, so the files cannot be read from the storage chips on their own. We repair the board at component level, start the Mac, and copy your data off. We will need your login password.
Is a MacBook Pro A3185 worth repairing?
Yes. A MacBook Pro A3185 is a recent Mac, and a component-level board repair costs far less than a new logic board or a new Mac.
Do you need my password?
Yes, for data recovery and for testing after a repair. The storage on this Mac is encrypted, and your login password is what unlocks it. You can enter it on the booking form; we keep it encrypted and delete it when the job is finished.
Get a quote
Call 020 7394 2525, or fill in the enquiry form. Bring your Mac to 80 Willow Walk, London SE1 5SY, or use our bike and courier collection. We are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.