Apple has reportedly killed the ability to perform independent repair of the new MacBook Pro and iMac Pro. According to internal documents obtained by Motherboard, Apple has introduced software locks that render the computer 'inoperative' unless proprietary Apple 'system configuration' software is run after certain parts are replaced.The policy will be applied to all Apple computers with the T2 security chip.
The software lock will kick in for any repair which involves replacing a MacBook Pro’s display assembly, logic board, top case (the keyboard, touchpad, and internal housing), and Touch ID board. On iMac Pros, it will kick in if the Logic Board or flash storage are replaced. The computer will only begin functioning again after Apple or a member of one of Apple’s Authorized Service Provider repair program runs diagnostic software called Apple Service Toolkit 2.
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