Apple Self Repair Guides

Replacing the Hard Drive Fan Apple iMac 24 inch

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:25:08 GMT

1. Install the hard drive fan onto the guide posts. 6. Clean and replace the glass panel. Note This step is very important. Follow the procedures to ensure the glass is clean and free of particles.

Removing the Display Temp Sensor and Sensor Cable Apple iMac 24 inch

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 02:11:56 GMT

1. Peel back any kapton tape securing the sensor cable to the panel. 2. Carefully peel back the black insulator on the right side of the panel to access the entire sensor cable. 3. On the top right corner of the panel, peel back the mylar tape and foam gasket covering the temp sensor. Disconnect the display temp sensor cable from the sensor. Note Use a black stick to pry the sensor from the top of panel.

Replacing the Logic Board Apple iMac 24 inch

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:44:31 GMT

1. If you removed the logic board to access another module, reinstall the board as is. However, if you are replacing the logic board with a new one, notice that a replacement logic board does not include the video card, memory, audio board, AirPort Extreme card, Bluetooth card, or IR components. Make sure these parts are transferred to the new logic board before closing up the computer. 2. Note On all replacement logic boards a piece of EMI tape is included in the box with the logic board....

Replacing the Inverter Cable Apple iMac 24 inch

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:54:41 GMT

1. Remove the LCD panel from the ESD bag. 2. Connect the inverter cable to the inverter board on the rear of the display panel. 3. Connect the other end of the inverter cable to the power supply. 4. Lower the display panel into the computer. 5. Connect the display temp sensor cable to the left side of the logic board. 6. Connect the LVDS cable to the logic board. Replace the two T6 screws. 6. Connect the LVDS cable to the logic board. Replace the two T6 screws. 7. Install the eight mounting...

Logic Board Apple Macintosh IIcx IIci Quadra 700

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:41:55 GMT

Before you begin, remove the following Caution Review the ESD precautions in Bulletins Safety. 1 Slide the logic board toward the front of the case until the board stops. 2 Gently lift the front end of the logic board and remove the board from the case. Replacement Note Before you replace the logic board, make sure the metal grounding tabs that surround the port holes on the rear of the case are not folded in front of the holes. Replacement Note Remove the SIMMs from the defective logic board...

Isopropyl Alcohol IPA Apple iMac 24 inch

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:10:33 GMT

In the unfortunate event that gloves are not worn, and fingerprints and oil smudges are visible on the inside of the glass, cleaning should be done using a lint free cloth and IPA. Spray a small amount of IPA onto a CLEAN lint free cloth to avoid introducing any other contaminants. Gently wipe the area and allow the glass to dry. Note The silicone rollers are only effective in removing dust and other particles. If fingerprints or oil smudges are not removed prior to using the roller, the...

Builtin iSight Camera Apple iMac 24 inch

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:30:23 GMT

The built-in camera is not recognized. 1. Boot the computer to the desktop and launch iChat AV. Note You do not need to be connected to a network to use iChat AV to troubleshoot. Verify that the correct versions of Mac OS X and iChat AV are installed. Reinstall or update software as needed. 2. Open the iChat AV preferences and click on the 'Video' icon. Verify whether the camera is recognized by the iChat AV software. Is the camera recognized Yes the camera is recognized and video preview is...

Take Apart Apple iMac 24 inch

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 17:10:15 GMT

General Information 7 Product View 7 Opening the Computer 7 Note About Images in This Manual 7 Serial Number Location 8 General Tools 9 Required Special Tools 9 View of the Main Modules 11 View of the Rear Housing and Cables 11 Back View 12 I O Ports 13 Cleaning and Handling the Glass Panel 14 Cleaning and Handling of the Glass Panel 24 Removing the Glass Panel 27 Replacing the Glass Panel 30 Installing a Replacement Glass Panel 35 Clutch Mechanism 167 Chassis 172 AC Power Inlet 177 Camera...

Replacing the Camera Board Apple iMac 24 inch

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 21:12:26 GMT

1. Connect the camera cable to the camera board. Reapply the kapton tape over the cable and connector. 2. Lower the camera bracket onto the black posts on the rear cover. 5. Clean and replace the glass panel. Note This step is very important. Follow the procedures to ensure the glass is clean and free of particles.

Removing the Display Panel Apple iMac 24 inch

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:28:06 GMT

1. Place the computer with the display face up. 2. Remove the two T6 screws from the LVDS connector. Pull the black tab on the cable, or grasp the connector by the edges to disconnect it from the logic board. 3. Disconnect the display sensor cable from the left side of the logic board. 3. Disconnect the display sensor cable from the left side of the logic board. 4. Remove the eight T8 screws from the sides of the panel frame. 4. Remove the eight T8 screws from the sides of the panel frame. 5....

Parts Identification Apple PowerBook 1400 1400c 117 133 166

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:34:49 GMT

The door used on the 6x and 8X drive mechanism is Apple Service Part number 922-2531, Door, CD-ROM, PB1400. This part is now listed as a Replacement Part and is covered under warranty. Service Providers will receive a tier one labor reimbursement for replacing the CD-ROM Door. The door used on the 12X drive mechanism is Apple Service Part number 922-3331, Door, CD-ROM, PB1400. This 1 additional screv located left of center on bottom of 1 2x drive only. part is also listed as a Replacement Part...

Form Factor Apple LaserWriter 8500

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:30:59 GMT

To achieve a reasonably compact form factor, the tail end of the cassette has been designed to extend out from the engine footprint A . Consequently, the pickup rollers feed from the insertion end of the cassette B , similar to the LaserWriter II. This arrangement influences the architecture of the printer in the following ways. 1 Because pickup occurs deep within the printer, all mechanical drive elements are arranged vertically along the rear C , resulting in a simple C-shaped paper path....

No Raster Flowchart Apple Multiple Scan 1705 Display

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:55:01 GMT

2. Attach ground probe black to monitor frame 3. Touch multimeter red probe to CRT socket pin H. See picture A. 1. Replace Main Deflection, CRT Video, Rear Fence. See Take Apart chapter. 2.Adjust cutoff and white balance. See Adjustments Chapter. 2. Attach ground probe black to monitor frame 3. Touch multimeter red probe to CRT socket pin H. See picture A. Troubleshooting No Raster Flowchart Continued - 1 8

Procedure Tmw Apple iBook G4 12 inch

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:22:07 GMT

1. With the top case on a soft cloth, note the routing of the trackpad flex cable to the trackpad board. 2. Using your fingernail or a black stick, tilt up the brown hinged locking connector. 3. With the locking connector tilted up, slide out the trackpad cable. 3. With the locking connector tilted up, slide out the trackpad cable. 4. Carefully peel up the trackpad cable from the top case. 5. Holding the top case steady, press the latch button in and under the lip of the top case. You might...

About Your Optional Power Macintosh Audio Video Card Apple Power Macintosh G3 Desktop

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:54:58 GMT

The information in this update describes the additional capabilities of Power Macintosh computers that are equipped with an optional Audio Video AV card. For more information on setting up or using your Power Macintosh computer, see the setup manual that came with you computer. In addition to the standard sound input and output ports, the Power Macintosh AV card provides additional sound input and output capabilities through RCA-type connectors. These connectors are found on devices such as...

All Blank Page Apple LaserWriter 8500

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:05:38 GMT

This condition suggests that the laser beam is not striking the photosensitive drum. Check for physical obstructions, especially sealing tape that has not been removed from the cartridge or something else just outside the laser scanner assembly. If this condition occurs only with a certain print job, make sure that some user-defined parameter such as magnification is not unintentionally placing the entire image off the area of the page. If the problem persists, refer the symptom, Blank Page or...

CDDVD Adapter Board Apple iMac DV Special Edition

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 01:10:42 GMT

Before you begin, position the computer upside down, resting the computer on an ESD mat or other soft surface and remove the following 1. Using a jeweler's screwdriver, remove the two screws on the CD DVD adapter board. 2. Remove the adapter board from the back of the CD-ROM. Note Return the CD DVD-ROM drive to Apple without the cables, carrier, or the adapter board. Refer to the parts database for more information.

Troubleshooting Procedure Dks Apple iBook Dual USB

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 01:02:48 GMT

The steps to solve a symptom are listed sequentially. You might not need to perform every step before the symptom is solved. Start with the first step, and then test for the symptom. If the symptom persists, replace any modules you removed, go to the next step, and test again. Continue down the list until the symptom is solved. 1. Reseat battery to verify battery is seated correctly with battery lock engaged. 2. Try known-good charged battery. 3. Turn off the computer. Reset the power manager...

Removing the Memory Apple iMac 24 inch

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:24:12 GMT

1. Shut down the computer, and disconnect all cables including the power cord. 2. Holding the sides of the computer, lay it face down on a soft, clean cloth so the stand is facing you. 3. After removing the access door, touch the metal stand or bezel to discharge any static electricity from your body. Important Always discharge static before you touch any parts such as the memory board. To avoid generating static electricity, do not walk around the room until you have finished replacing the...

No internal SCSI drive icon appears on the desktop Apple Power Mac G4 Mirrored Drive Doors

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 22:19:54 GMT

1. Check that the drive is listed in Apple System Profiler. If it is, go to step 2. If it is not, go to step 5. 3. Verify there are no duplicate SCSI device addresses on a single SCSI bus. 4. Disconnect external SCSI devices and check for proper termination. 5. Reseat the SCSI PCI card and verify the cable is seated firmly in the card and drives. 6. Check internal SCSI termination. Internal drives should not be terminated the SCSI cable should have termination at the end. 7. If more than one...

Optical Audio Apple Power Mac G5

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 22:19:32 GMT

Digital data is transmitted to and from the optical audio I O using special optical cables. The 7.5 mm digital optical connectors on the cables, commonly referred to as TOSLink, are for both input and output and conform to the IEC60874-17 connector standard. The TOSLink friction-lock type F-05 connectors are available from pro-audio, musician's supply, hifi, and other retailers. Analog audio signals are converted to digital data internally. All audio is handled digitally inside the computer,...

Part Location Alh Apple iMac 20 inch

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:43:37 GMT

1. Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor cable from the logic board, and remove the left speaker if you haven't done so already. 2. Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor cable from the left speaker. 3. Use a black stick to remove the sensor from the adhesive on the side of the speaker. 1. Attach the temp sensor to the left speaker. Connect the temperature sensor cable to the sensor. Replace the left speaker and speaker screw. 2. Connect the temperature sensor cable to the logic board...

Part Location Vwm Apple MacBook 13 inch

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:22:35 GMT

1. With the bezel spacers removed, use a black stick to loosen the outer edge of the bezel scoop and push it toward the display face. Repeat for the other bezel scoop. Replacement Note Before replacing the bezel scoops, make sure that the cables that are routed under the bezel scoops have no slack. Refer to the following images for the correct cable routing. Replacement Note On the underside of each bezel scoop, note that the three raised tabs match up with the three slots in the display hinge....

Safety Apple iMac 24 inch

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:10:43 GMT

WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE The highlighted module below is an AC DC power supply that poses a shock hazard. When the computer is under power, be aware that the power supply contains high voltages that pose a potential hazard to your personal safety. Never work on or near the power supply with the unit powered on and as a further precaution, always make sure the unit is unplugged when working on it with the front bezel removed. A white, shock- hazard warning symbol is silk-screened in the middle of...

Liquid Cooling System LCS Apple Power Mac G5

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:08:55 GMT

The Power Mac G5 June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz Early 2005 Dual 2.7 GHz configurations use a liquid cooling system LCS to manage the temperature in the computer. The liquid cooling system is sealed and is designed to be opened only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider AASP . To ensure proper safety and handling of the LCS system, please read the following information. General Safety Information The LCS cooling system fluid is predominantly water 80 or greater with a mixture of corrosion inhibitors,...

Transferring the Serial Number Apple MacBook 13 inch

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:10:28 GMT

When replacing a top case, retain the customer's top case until the repair is complete. Before installing the replacement top case, transfer the serial number from the original top case to the replacement. Caution It is imperative that you copy the correct alphanumeric characters. Keep in mind that Apple serial numbers use the numbers 1 and 0 instead of the Roman letters I and O. 1. Locate the blank space for the serial number on the battery-bay area of the replacement top case. 2. On the...

Power Supply Verification AppleXserve

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:49:10 GMT

To power on, the server's logic board requires a trickle power of 5V. If the system fails to power on, first reset the PMU. Then follow the procedure outlined below to determine whether the problem is related to the power supply. Note To verify the power supply, you need a volt meter. When connecting the volt meter leads to specific pins, make sure the power supply remains securely plugged into its connector on the logic board. The following figure shows the pins and voltage on the server's...

Replacement Procedure Pku Apple PowerBook G4 15 inch Double Layer SD

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:49:38 GMT

1. Verify that the Mylar and rubber blocks are installed or transfer from the replaced board. The following procedures show how to replace the thermal materials Warning Whenever the logic board is separated from the heatsink, the thermal grease must be replaced. Failure to do so can cause the computer to overheat and Use a black stick to remove as much thermal grease as possible Use an alcohol wipes to clean the mating surface. Important Avoid unnecessary contact with new thermal material, as...

Reset the PMU with the Top Housing Off Apple Mac mini

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:26:55 GMT

You can also reset the PMU by directly pressing the PMU reset switch located on the logic board. Follow these steps to access the PMU reset switch on the logic boar 1. Unplug all cables from the computer. 3. If necessary, remove the internal frame to access the battery. 4. Measure the voltage of the battery in the battery holder. The battery should measure 2.6V to 3.0V. If the battery does not have minimum voltage, replace the battery. After replacing the battery, wait 10 seconds and then reset...

RemovalTo remove the fuser bulb Apple LaserWriter Pro 810

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:25:38 GMT

1. Open the top cover. Remove the EP cartridge and keep it in a safe plate. 3. Remove the screw with a gold flange from the right end of the roller cleaner cover, and remove it. 5. Remove the two screws with black flanges from the outer cover, and remove it. 6. Carefully pull outward on the metal clamp securing the fuser bulb. 7. Slide the fuser bulb out of the heat roller.

System crashes or hangs intermittently Apple PowerBook G4 1GHz 867MHz

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:01:47 GMT

1. If the system crashes or hangs in a specific application, replace the application. Mac OS X Verify the application is compatible with OS X. 2. Clear parameter RAM. Hold down Command-Option-P-R during startup until you hear a second startup chime. 3. Perform a clean install of system software with the software install and restore disc that came with the computer. 4. Mac OS 9 Start up with extensions off to determine if there are system extension or control panel problems. 6. Mac OS X Run Disk...

Plugging in your equipment Apple Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:06:29 GMT

Before you plug your equipment into a wall socket, carefully read all the setup instructions in this chapter. Then, before you connect anything to your computer, follow the instructions in this section to plug it in. The plug grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you are setting up. Attaching the bass unit to the computer Follow these steps to attach the bass unit to the computer 1 Locate the large cable attached to the computer. This cable plugs into the bass unit....

Power Manager Reset Apple PowerBook 200 Series Duo 210 Duo 230 250 270c

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:44:06 GMT

If a unit crashes or experiences power problems, reset the power manager chip by pressing the rear power switch for 30-45 seconds. If resetting the power manager chip does not solve the problem, reset the code for the power manager chip by removing all power sources and letting the unit sit for 10 minutes. Take out the battery and disconnect the AC adapter and the internal backup battery. This forces the PowerBook Duo to reload the power manager code from the system software. RAM failure occurs...

Workgroup Server PDS Card Apple Macintosh Quadra 900 950 Workgroup Server 95

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 19:30:11 GMT

Caution You must unplug the computer prior to removing or installing the Workgroup Server 95 PDS card. Failure to unplug the computer could cause damage to the logic board and or card. 1 Disconnect the SCSI data cable from the Workgroup Server PDS card. 2 Caution Pull up evenly on both sides of the card to avoid bending the connector pins and remove the card. Note Grasp the rear of the card by the metal bracket. Replacement Caution When replacing the card, do not force it into the expansion...

Flowchart Starting Point Apple LaserWriter 8500

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 18:57:49 GMT

Check to make sure that the line voltage from the wall is correct and that the rated voltage for this printer 110V or 220V matches what exists at your location. If the problem persists, replace the power supply.

Miscellaneous Apple PowerBook 1400 1400c 117 133 166

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 18:23:21 GMT

Screen goes blank and computer shuts down every few minutes Application seems to run slower after a few seconds Hard drive is slow to respond, or screen goes blank too often 1 Verify that computer is in sleep mode and not powered off. 2 Reset power manager. See Power Manager and PRAM Reset in Additional Procedures. Computer is going into system sleep to conserve battery power. Adjust sleep delays in Control Panel or connect power adapter. Computer is switching to system rest. If system rest is...

Controls Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 14:57:56 GMT

Figure 14-3 Full-size push buttons used in dialogs 226 Figure 14-5 Metal button dimensions 227 Figure 14-6 Bevel buttons as radio buttons and push buttons 228 Figure 14-7 Bevel button examples 229 Figure 14-8 Icon buttons used in a toolbar 230 Figure 14-9 Icon button dimensions 230 Figure 14-10 Examples of round buttons 231 Figure 14-11 Round button dimensions 231 Figure 14-12 Help button in the Page Setup dialog 232 Figure 14-13 Help button dimensions 232 Figure 14-14 Radio button spacing 233...

No sound from speakers Apple PowerBook G4 17 inch Double Layer SD

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:45:56 GMT

1. Use the Software Update system preference pane to verify that the latest audio update has been installed. 2. Press the F3 key with the fn key pressed and not pressed to verify that mute mode is not enabled. 3. Press the F4 or F5 key with the fn key pressed and not pressed to check the volume setting. 4. Verify no external speakers or headphones are plugged in. 5. Check the speakers tab on the Sound control panel to confirm that the software is correctly seeing that there are no external...

To install the fuser unit Apple LaserWriter Pro 810

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 10:40:53 GMT

1. Set the fuser unit down on the guides and align the inner sides. 2. Make sure the fuser is seated correctly. There should be no space between the fuser unit screws and the printer frame. CAUTION If the fuser unit is not perfectly seated inside of the guides, paper jam problems can occur. 3. Tighten the two captive screws on the fuser unit. Check to be sure the unit is secure. 4. Plug the three connectors from the fuser unit wires into the connectors under the fan. See Figure 4-21. 5. Install...

Closing the Computer Apple iMac Flat Panel

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 03:34:19 GMT

1. Replace the access panel and the four screws. 2. Reconnect all cables and restart the computer. 2. Reconnect all cables and restart the computer. Warning Never turn on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury.

Exploded View Apple Mac mini

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:52:14 GMT

Optical Drive 661-3438, Combo, 24x, Slot 661-3464, Super Drive, 4x - Power Adapter, External 661-3463 Optical Drive 661-3438, Combo, 24x, Slot 661-3464, Super Drive, 4x 661-3440, 80 GB, 2.5 661-3439, 40 GB, 2.5 661-3465, 512 MB DDR 400 661-3466, 256 MB, DDR 400 Logic Board 661-3461, 1.25 GHz 661-3462, 1.42 GHz 661-3440, 80 GB, 2.5 661-3439, 40 GB, 2.5 661-3465, 512 MB DDR 400 661-3466, 256 MB, DDR 400 Logic Board 661-3461, 1.25 GHz 661-3462, 1.42 GHz Bottom Housing with Thermal Pad 076-1163

Procedure Jxo Apple Power Mac G4 Cube

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:43:36 GMT

1. Press and hold the door latch, and then open the AirPort shield door. 2. With the AirPort shield door open, pull the tab to disconnect the ATA ribbon cable connector from the hard drive. 3. Disconnect the power cable connector from the hard drive. You might need to use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry up and loosen the connector. 4. Push in the core latch, and reposition the computer chassis so you can access the heatsink and hard drive. 5. Loosen, but do not remove, the three captive screws...

Replacing the Stand Apple iMac 24 inch

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:32:38 GMT

1. Align the pin on the clutch mechanism to the central hole in the stand. 2. Position the stand on the clutch mechanism. Install the eight mounting screws. 3. Place the computer face down on a table so that the base of the stand extends over the table edge. Press the stand down and insert an access card into the slot between the top of the stand and the rear housing. Insert the access card as far as it will go. Gently lift the stand approximately two inches to unlock the clutch mechanism, and...

Replace the Inverter Apple iMac G5 17 inch iSight

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 17:11:25 GMT

1. Insert the inverter cable through a hole at the back center of the right mounting bracket, and press the sticky side of the replacement inverter onto the back edge of the bracket. Inverter should look as shown below. 2. Connect the inverter-to-display cables and tape them to the back of the display panel. 4. Replace the lower EMI shield.

Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory Apple iMac G5 Users Guide

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 16:39:00 GMT

After installing additional memory in your iMac G5, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. Do the following 2 When you see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple K gt About This Mac. _ Software Update.,. 3 Processor 1.8 CHz PowerPC G5 memory 256 mb ddr sdram -Total memory installed TM amp ffl Apple Computer, Inc. 1983-2004 All Rights Reserved. The total includes the amount of memory that originally came with the computer plus the new memory you added. For a more detailed breakdown of...

Replacement Note Two 1 Apple PowerBook G3 Series

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 15:06:40 GMT

types of replacement I O door labels are available Check the I O logic board to see if it has an S Video port, then use the appropriate label. I O Wall Label Without S Video Symbol I O Wall Label Without S Video Symbol

IO Interfaces Apple PowerBook 165c 180c 140 145 145B 170

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 13:45:20 GMT

ADB port maximum of three ADB devices is recommended 200 mA maximum current draw for all ADB devices Two RS-422 serial ports mini DIN-8 connectors HDI-30 SCSI port with 1.5 MB sec. transfer rate Connect SCSI device to computer with HDI-30 SCSI system cable. Monaural sound-in port adapters required to input sound from audio equipment with line level outputs line level signals must be attenuated 500 1 Stereo sound-out jack for headphones or external audio amplifier Video Video-out port 8 bit, 256...

PRAM and Power Manager Reset Apple PowerBook 1400 1400c 117 133 166

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:50:39 GMT

Resetting the PRAM also resets the power manager. Note that resetting the PRAM erases the contents of the RAM disk, if there is one. Resetting the PRAM also restores the default settings in most control panels. After you reset the PRAM, be sure to check any custom settings for the desktop pattern, memory, network, AppleTalk, trackpad, power conservation, and so forth. Follow these steps to reset the PRAM 1 Making sure that the Caps Lock key is not down, restart the computer. Immediately after...

BuiltIn Fonts Apple LaserWriter II SC NT NTX

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 10:54:55 GMT

SC Times, Helvetica, Courier, and Symbol NT, NTX, NTX-J Times, Helvetica, Helvetica Narrow, Courier, Symbol, Palatino, ITC Avant Garde, ITC Bookman, New Century Schoolbook, ITC Zapf Chancery, and ITC Zapf Dingbats IIf, IIg Times, Helvetica, Helvetica Narrow, Courier, Symbol, Palatino, ITC Avant Garde, ITC Bookman, New Century Schoolbook, ITC Zapf Chancery, ITC Zapf Dingbats, and Emulator. Note Built-in fonts can be expanded using an optional font expansion board. All LaserWriter II printers...

Procedure Jfp Apple Power Mac G4 Cube

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 08:11:20 GMT

1. Lift up the top plate and disconnect the keyed connector J1 on the logic board . 2. Disconnect the cable from the power board. 3. Connect the replacement cable to the power board on the top plate. 4. Connect the other end of the replacement cable to the J1 connector on the logic board. Warning To prevent damage to the power board, ensure the keyed connector fits into the J1 connector as shown. 5. Reassemble and test the computer. Warning Never turn on the computer unless all of its internal...

Geometry Apple Macintosh Color Classic

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 05:47:26 GMT

Before you begin, remove the rear housing. Warning This product contains high voltage and a high-vacuum picture tube. To prevent serious personal injury or equipment damage, review the CRT safety instructions in Bulletins Safety. Caution With the rear housing removed, the metal chassis could short to the bottom of the logic board. Before switching on system power, make sure the chassis is not touching the logic board. To prevent the bottom of the chassis from buckling and touching the logic...

Keyboard Apple PowerBook 3400c G3 2400c 180 200

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:27:47 GMT

Before you begin, remove the following Floppy or CD-ROM Drive Assembly 1 Close the computer and turn it upside down. 2 Remove the 3 interchangeable screws from the bottom case. Caution If you pull the keyboard too far, you will rip the keyboard cables out of their connectors. Pull the keyboard just enough so its 4 interior tabs clear the brightness amp speaker grill. 4 Inserting a flat-blade screwdriver under the front of the keyboard, lift the keyboard slightly up and toward you until you feel...

Misc Symptoms Apple iBook G4 14 inch

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:39:07 GMT

The computer runs with battery, but not with the power adapter plugged into wall outlet 1. Try known-good power outlet. 2. Try known-good power adapter and power cord. Note Verify that power adapter connector glows amber or green. If the power adapter light is green, turn over the computer and press the battery button. The battery lights should glow green and stay on if the power adapter is operating correctly. 3. Reset the power manager by pressing the key combination...

ExpressCard will not insert into the ExpressCard slot Apple MacBook Pro 15 inch

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:10:45 GMT

1. Make sure the ExpressCard is 34mm in width. The general ExpressCard standard does allow for 54mm cards which will not fit in this slot. 2. Make sure the ExpressCard is oriented right side up cards are keyed and cannot be inserted upside down . 3. Verify that the ExpressCard is not warped or damaged in any way if so, replace the card. 4. Try a different ExpressCard. 5. Carefully raise the ExpressCard slot cover and check for a foreign object inside the slot. 6. If the slot cover is preventing...

Two Versions of the CRTVideo Board Apple Studio Display 21 CRT

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 23:02:53 GMT

Important In November 1999, a second version of the CRT video board was introduced. The second version is not backward compatible with the previous version the original board . You must verify the version and replace boards like for like. Check the serial number on the back of the display rear housing . A serial number of WR9451T8HOE or later means the unit uses a version 2 board. To interpret the number, check the date code embedded in the number. WR945xxxxxx can be interpreted as aaywwxxxxxx,...

Headphone Jack Apple PowerBook G4 Developer Note

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:04:14 GMT

The headphone jack is located on the left side of the computer. The headphone jack provides enough current to drive a pair of low-impedance headphones. It can also be used as a line-level output. The headphone jack has the following electrical characteristics impedance suitable for driving standard 32-ohm headphones output level 2.0 V peak-to-peak 0.7 V RMS signal-to-noise SNR 90 dB unweighted typical total harmonic distortion THD 0.03 or less

The Cuda Chip AppleiMac

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:12:47 GMT

The Cuda is a microcontroller chip. Its function is to Turn system power on and off Manage system resets from various commands Maintain parameter RAM PRAM Many system problems can be resolved by resetting the Cuda chip see the Symptom Cure tables for examples . Press the Cuda reset button on the logic board to reset the Cuda chip. The Cuda reset button is located on the back edge of the logic board between the modem port and the processor module. Refer to the Logic Board Diagram in the Basics...

Reassembly Procedure Ubq Apple MacBook Air

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:18:06 GMT

1. Slide the display clamshell into the fixture, and place the hinge onto the top case, aligning the screw holes. 2. If necessary, slide the antenna assembly a millimeter or two to the left or right to fully align the holes. 3. Install four identical Torx T6 clutch screws first, and then install the remaining 13 identical Phillips screws. 4. Remove the MacBook Air from its fixture and check for proper alignment. Quick Test 1. Check the display brightness, the microphone, the iSight camera, and...

Procedure Nuo Apple MacBook Pro 15 inch 2 4 and 2 2GHz

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:58:18 GMT

1. Remove the two Phillips screws shown. 2. Hold the display assembly up on one side and firmly push near the middle with your thumbs on the edge bead to disengage the rear housing from tabs on the side of the bezel. Note You will not fully disengage the housing from the bezel at this point. 3. Repeat this process on the other side of the display. Note If one side will not release, work from the other side. 4. Use a black stick to carefully work around the clutch-side corners on both sides....

Modify the Putty Knife Apple Mac mini

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:56:20 GMT

1. If you don't order a modified putty knife 922-6761 from Apple Service, purchase a putty knife with a 1.5-inch 38 mm , flexible metal blade. 2. Using sandpaper 150 grit , file down the end of the putty knife on one side until it's slightly beveled. Rub the edge of the putty knife back and forth for about 2 minutes on

Transfer Drum and Peripherals Apple Color LaserWriter 12 600 PS 12 660 PS

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:34:50 GMT

Outline The transfer drum is the mechanism that enables multiple-pass printing. It clamps the leading edge of the paper by means of a solenoid-actuated gripper, attracts and holds the paper to its surface, and then carries the paper past the photosensitive drum where toner transfer occurs. In full-color mode, toner transfer occurs four times per page, while in the monochrome mode transfer occurs once. The transfer drum is surrounded by the attraction roller, the photosensitive drum, the...

Battery Replacement Apple Macintosh SE 30

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:31:38 GMT

Awarning If handled or discarded improperly, the lithium battery in the Macintosh SE 30 could explode. Review battery Battery handling and disposal 1 Remove the cover from the battery holder and pull out the battery. 2 Return the battery to Apple for proper disposal. For battery packaging and labeling information, refer to the instructions in Bulletins Safety. Replacement Note When replacing the new battery, orient it so that the end marked matches the on the logic board.

Focus Apple Studio Display 21 CRT

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:02:09 GMT

Open the Monitors control panel, and click Convergence for best overall convergence. Note Misadjusted convergence is often diagnosed as poor focus. 2 Using the control strip, set the screen resolution to 1600x1200 at 85 Hz. 3 Run the USB DSU, and select the focus pattern percent signs . 4 Adjust horizontal and vertical focus controls two top controls on the flyback transformer for best center-of-screen performance. If necessary, readjust each focus control to optimize overall focus. If the...

To access these LEDs remove the back cover of the computer Apple iMac G5 20 inch

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:09:35 GMT

1. Turn your computer off choose Shut Down from the Apple menu . If you can't shut it down that way, you can turn the computer off by pressing the power button for five seconds. 2. After the computer is off, disconnect all cables and the power cord from your computer. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of the computer and slowly lay it down so the screen is flat against the surface and the bottom is toward you. 4. Raise the foot and use a Phillips 1...

Checking High Voltage Apple Studio Display 21 CRT

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 01:19:23 GMT

This high-voltage check is a required procedure for some of the symptoms in this chapter. After checking high voltage, return to the symptom chart, if necessary. Warning Read all of the warnings, notes, and steps of this procedure before beginning. Warning Do not perform this procedure without someone else nearby. If there is an accident, someone nearby could save your life. Apple recommends that your staff be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR . Warning Voltage at the anode, with the...

Part Location Tau Apple MacBook Pro 17 inch original Core 2 Duo 2 4 Ghz

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:17:07 GMT

Note The microphone does NOT have to be removed from the left speaker if not replacing the microphone or speaker. Note Some photo details below may differ slightly from the model of 17-inch MacBook Pro you are repairing however, the procedure itself remains consistent for any of the models. 1. Use the flat end of a black stick to pry the microphone boot out of its well in the left speaker. 1. Lift the antenna wires out of the channel along the right side of the speaker. 3. Disconnect the...

I hear sound out of only one speaker Apple iMac G5 17 inch Ambient Light Sensor

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:11:03 GMT

1. Are there any external microphones, speakers or headphones plugged into the iMac Yes Disconnect any external microphones, speakers, or headphones. Do you hear audio from both of the built in speakers on your iMac - Yes Good. It looks like the built-in speakers are working properly. This may be an issue with the microphone, speakers or headphones that were plugged into your iMac. Please work with the manufacturer to troubleshoot this issue. No Check your speaker balance. If your balance...

Configuration Page Apple LaserWriter 16 600 PS

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 21:57:30 GMT

Network address settings 1 Amount and allocation of RAM memory and readout of EEPROM integrity 2 HP LaserJet emulator version 4 Startup page setting on or off 5 LaserWriter serial number 6 Halftone screen settings 7 System administrator password 8 SCSI ID of printer and attached drives 10 Default paper tray and margin offsets 11 If possible, always print a configuration page before calling Apple Technical Assistance Center.

Geometry Apple Power Macintosh Performa 5260 5280 Series

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 19:59:52 GMT

Before you begin, remove the rear housing. Awarning This product contains high voltage and a high-vacuum picture tube. To prevent serious injury, review CRT safety in Bulletins Safety. Awarning Do not use metal alignment tools they are a shock hazard. Note The controls on this monitor require a small plastic Phillips-head tool or a small plastic flat-head tool to make adjustments. 1 Run Display Service Utility from the Utilities folder of the MacTest Pro CD to display the All-White Screen. 2...

Ease of Use Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:21:17 GMT

An easy-to-use program offers a compelling, intuitive experience for the user. It offers elegant solutions to complex problems and has a well thought out interface that uses familiar paradigms. It is easy to install and configure because it makes intelligent choices for the user, but it also gives the user the option to override those choices when needed. It presents the user with tools that are relevant in the current context, eliminating or disabling irrelevant tools. It also warns the user...

Diagnostic LEDs Apple Mac Pro

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:54:59 GMT

The Mac Pro logic board includes a set of LEDs to help service providers troubleshoot the computer. The LEDs are located toward the rear of the logic board, under the memory cage, next to PCI card slot 1. You can view these LEDs by removing the computer's side access panel and looking through the memory cage to the logic board below. LEDs 2, 3, 4, and 5 are normally off and will automatically illuminate if an error occurs. To read LEDs 1, 6, 7, and 8, you must press the DIAG_LED button, which...

No display or dim display but computer appears to operate correctly Apple PowerBook G4 15 inch FW 800 1.5 1.33GHz

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:17:38 GMT

1. Remove any connected peripherals. 2. Make sure F1 key is not stuck down. 3. Press the F2 key with the fn key pressed and not pressed to increase the screen brightness settings. 4. Reboot the computer hold down the Control and Command keys and press the Power button to restart the computer. Or, press and hold the Power button for 5 to 10 seconds to shut down the computer, then press the Power button to restart. 5. Important The Apple 65W Power Adapter is highly recommended be used with the...

Procedure Ijc AppleXserve

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:43:04 GMT

1. Make sure Xserve is turned off. 2. Turn on Xserve. Quickly eject the CD tray. Insert the Installation CD, and close the CD tray. Try to perform these steps as quickly as possible. 5. Press and hold the 'Service ID' button on the front panel of the server until it begins to start up from the CD. This may take more than 5 seconds. 6. If these steps have worked, Xserve should start up from the CD, and the Installer Setup assistant should open. Follow the remaining steps only if the server did...

Mac Pro Firmware Updates Apple Mac Pro 8x

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:52:05 GMT

Firmware is the name given to software that is written into memory circuits, such as flash memory, that will hold the software code indefinitely, even when power is removed from the hardware. Firmware on Intel Mac computers is designed to be updated if necessary through a software update. EFI and SMC firmware is stored on the Mac Pro 8x logic board. EFI firmware updates update the Boot ROM, and SMC updates update the System Management Controller firmware. The SMC manages fans and other...

Screen Color Apple Cinema Display

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:55:17 GMT

1. Allow the display to warm up for 30 minutes. 2. Check color accuracy by using a familiar desktop pattern or a solid color test pattern. Open the Monitors control panel, click Color, and verify that a suitable ColorSync Profile is selected. Click Calibrate in the Color menu to change the color calibration. 3. Open the Monitors control panel and check that Color Depth is not set to Grays. Color intensity varies large patch of color not uniform For best results, allow the display to warm up for...

Chapter Getting to Know Your iMac G Apple iMac G5 Users Guide

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:29:00 GMT

17 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 19 Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones 19 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 20 Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire Device 20 Connecting to a Network 20 Transferring Files to Another Computer 22 Getting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS Help 22 Using Applications

Procedure Iot Apple MacBook Pro 15 inch

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 03:13:51 GMT

1. Remove the small square EMI gasket adhered to the LVDS ground screw upper right . 2. Disconnect the cables shown below. Clockwise from bottom left left I O board connector, hard drive connector, three thermal sensor connectors, and the LVDS cable connector. 3. Remove the Torx T6 screw that secures the ground clip for the LVDS cable. 4. Remove eight silver Torx T6 screws, one black Torx T6 upper right and one black Phillips screw just to the right of the memory slots . 5. Tape the thermal...

CPU Stiffener Apple PowerBook 3400c G3 2400c 180 200

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 02:25:44 GMT

Before you begin, remove the following Floppy or CD-ROM Drive Assembly Brightness amp Speaker Grill Left amp Right Clutch Covers Ethernet or Ethernet Modem Card Note The alignment guide assembly consists of a metal expansion bay spacer plate and a plastic expansion bay alignment guide. Its removal is not necessary for further take-apart. 1 Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the opening on the CPU stiffener and slightly lift up the alignment guide assembly. the assembly forward and lift it...

Hard Drive Ultra LVD SCSI Apple Power Mac G4 Macintosh Server G4 AGP Graphics Gigabit Ehternet QuickSilver

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 01:26:24 GMT

Before you begin, open the right side access panel. Note This computer supports a total of three internal hard drives. If a unit has at least one internal Ultra2 LVD SCSI drive, an Ultra2 LVD SCSI PCI card, and a SCSI data cable, you can connect additional internal and external Ultra2 LVD SCSI devices. The unit's SCSI data cable supports three internal SCSI drives this cable has a built-in terminator so you don't need to add one. You can connect external Ultra2 LVD SCSI devices to the port on...

Preliminary Steps Whq Apple eMac ATI Graphics USB 2.0

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:54:08 GMT

Place the computer face down on an ESD mat. Remove the user access door. 1. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable 1 from the top of the modem. Remove the two modem screws 2 and gently pry the board off its connector.The board is fragile pry the board from the top and bottom. Replacement Note When replacing the modem, don't apply pressure to the middle of the board. The board should be pressed into place by holding the modem by the top and bottom.

Power Supply Verification Apple Power Mac G5

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 20:51:16 GMT

To power on, the computer's logic board requires a trickle power of 5V. If the system fails to power on, first reset the PMU. Then follow the procedure outlined below to determine whether the problem is related to the power supply. Note To verify the power supply, you need a volt meter. 1. Remove the power cord from the computer. 2. Open the computer, lay it on its side with the access side facing up. 3. Remove the front inlet fan assembly. 4. Remove the black plastic cap covering the 24-pin...

Layout Example for Mini Controls Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:58:47 GMT

Figure 15-16 shows a well designed utility window with mini controls. Figure 15-16 Example of a utility window with mini controls f Edit Data MSiiow Legend Pint Row vs Column iii Axis 1 Series 1 An amp Borders I k l T Minimum Mix mum Steps Number Format Like small controls, mini controls have specific spacing guidelines. In addition to the spacing guidelines in Controls page 223 the following guidelines are illustrated in Figure 15-17 Side borders should be 10 pixels. Bottom borders should be...

Bezel Brace Right Apple MacBook 13 inc

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:42:47 GMT

The L-shaped bezel brace attaches to the right side of the LCD panel and includes integral tabs for the microphone cable routing. Magnetic Phillips 0 screwdriver Black stick Apple probe tool, part number 922-5065 or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flatblade tool Access card Apple part number 922-7172 Antenna receptor and cable, right Late 2006 model only Caution Do not press on the LCD panel during this procedure. 1. Note how the microphone cable is routed through the tabs on the right...

Checkbox Specifications Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:11:29 GMT

Figure 14-15 Checkbox spacing Full-size checkbox _J jnd t Checkoff g Check off Checkon Check on _Kmd J Check off g Zl Check off _ Checkoff 7 ''Checkoff Check On ' 0 Check On Align the baselines of the label , and the first checkbox's text. Full size 18 x 18 pixels, including the shadow Full size 5 pixels between controls when stacked 8 pixels from label colon to control Small 5 pixels between controls when stacked 6 pixels from label colon to control Mini 5 pixels between controls when stacked...

The computer wont burn discs Apple iMac G5 20 inch

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:35:35 GMT

1. The first thing we should check is whether your drive can read discs normally. Try inserting an audio CD and check whether it shows up on your desktop or launches iTunes. Then eject it and insert the iMac Software Install and Restore disc that came with your computer. Are either of these discs recognized by the computer Yes This is a good sign. So do you get a specific error message or error code when you try to burn a disc Go on to step 2. No So no disc will show up on your desktop. Go...

White Balance Apple Macintosh Color Display

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:49:15 GMT

Note Perform the white balance adjustment after the monitor has been on for at least 10 minutes. 1 Use Display Service Utility to display the Gray Bars test pattern. 2 Set the contrast control clockwise to maximum and the brightness control to the center detent position. 4 Using a hex-head plastic adjustment tool, alternately adjust the red, green, and blue background controls until there is no predominant color in the four darkest bars. Note The darkest bar must remain completely black...

Table Error Messages 1 Apple LaserWriter Pro 810

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:48:12 GMT

6. Low voltage power supply defect. 1. Non-volatile memory code 06 set wrong. 2. Low voltage power supply defect. 2. Fuser temperature sensor not positioned correctly. 3. Fuser temperature sensor defect. 4. Low voltage power supply defect.

Memory FBDIMMs and Memory Riser Cards Apple Mac Pro

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:48:06 GMT

The Mac Pro computer has two memory riser cards with a total of 8 memory slots. On each card, the slots are arranged as two banks of two slots each. The computer comes with a minimum of 1 GB of memory, installed as a pair of 512 MB fully buffered, dual inline memory modules FB-DIMMs in two of the DIMM slots. Additional DIMMs can be installed in the open DIMM slots, as illustrated below. Note DIMMs must be installed in pairs of equal size from the same vendor. In the illustration below, DIMMs in...

Ports AppleXserve

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:27:29 GMT

The Xserve includes the following ports on the back panel two gigabit Ethernet ports, two FireWire 800 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, a built in mini-DVI display port, and a serial port that supports RS-232 or RS-422 connection. There is also one FireWire 400 port on the front of the Xserve. System administrators or service providers can connect a laptop computer or terminal to the serial port and then use command-line tools to change settings on the Xserve. The connection requires a serial cable...

Replacing the Hard Drive Apple iMac G5 20 inch iSight

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:19:48 GMT

1. Attach the hard drive sensor and sensor cable to the side of the hard drive. 2. Attach the mounting bracket and pins if they were removed. Connect the hard drive data and power cables. 3. Route the hard drive sensor cable under the metal chassis. Connect the sensor cable to the logic board. 4. Insert the hard drive pins into the grommets. Lower the drive into the rear housing. 4. Insert the hard drive pins into the grommets. Lower the drive into the rear housing. 5. Secure the two T10 screws...

Procedure Nft Apple iBook G4 14 inch

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:27:21 GMT

1. Locate the installed memory card and brackets that secure the card on both sides. 2. Carefully spread the brackets away from the notches in the card until the card releases on each side. 3. Pull the card up and out of the memory slot. 4. Align the notch in the replacement memory card with the small tab in the memory slot. Hold the card at a 30-degree angle, then push the card into the slot until it is firmly seated. Note If you feel resistance when inserting the card, try pushing one side at...

Procedure Bvm AppleXserve

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:40:03 GMT

1. From the Admin computer, open Server Monitor Applications Utilities . 2. A list of all Xserve servers that have been previously added by Server Monitor appears. 3. Locate the Xserve you wish to administer from the list. 4. If the Xserve you wish to administer appears in the list, select it, then click the appropriate tab at the bottom of Server Monitor. 5. If the Xserve you wish to administer does not appear, then click Add Server. Type the IP address, login name, and password for the Xserve...

Expansion Bays Apple Power Macintosh Server G3 Minitower

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 22:14:32 GMT

It is important to remember that customers may upgrade their drives or have different types of drives installed in the drive bays. You can replace the hard drive with a 3.5-inch hard drive 1-inch high . You can replace the floppy drive with a 5.25-inch or smaller device maximum 1 inch high . The CD-ROM drive, Zip drive Power Mac G3 only , and lower expansion bays accept a 5.25-inch or smaller device maximum 1.625 inches high . The following illustration shows where the expansion bays are...

Modem Upgrade Kit Apple Mac mini

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:24:51 GMT

Apple offers an internal modem kit as a service upgrade for Mac mini computers introduced in mid 2005. This modem can be installed only in this computer. Installation of the upgrade kit must be performed by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Damage resulting from installation by anyone other than a service provider will not be covered under the products' warranty. The upgrade kit is available on GSX. Authorized Service Providers that are also Apple Authorized Resellers may purchase the...

Replacing Darfon Keycaps Apple MacBook 13 inc

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:08:28 GMT

Black stick Apple part number 922-5065 or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flatblade tool Before you begin, remove the battery. The keycaps are secured to the top case keyboard with a scissor mechanism. This mechanism operates the same for all keys although its design differs depending on the shape of the key. For instance, square keys i.e., letters A-Z, numbers, punctuation employ an identical scissor mechanism, whereas larger, rectangular keys i.e., Shift, Delete, Return, Space bar use...

Logic Board Apple Power Macintosh 7100 Series

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:55:59 GMT

Before you begin, remove the following 1 Remove the customer's RAM SIMMs and 256K cache SIMM before returning the logic board to Apple. Note Grasp the cache SIMM by its corners and pull up firmly to remove it. Note The connectors for the cache and ROM SIMMs are functionally the same, and the ROM and 256K cache SIMMs may be installed in either connector. Be sure you remove the cache SIMM and not the ROM SIMM. The 256K cache SIMM has five chips on each side. 2 Remove the screw in the center of...

Troubleshooting Apple Power Mac G5

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:01:14 GMT

Resetting the PMU on the Logic Board 176 Power-On Self Test RAM and Processor Verification 177 Front Panel Board Troubleshooting 177 How to Use the Symptom Charts 183 Startup Failures 183 Startup Failures for Power Mac G5 June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz Early 2005 Dual 2.7 GHz 188 Fans 190

Procedure Amg Apple MacBook Pro 17 inch original Core 2 Duo 2 4 Ghz

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:46:52 GMT

1. Disconnect the flex connector. Peel up tape, if any. 2. Remove the three screws. Use a black stick to carefully move wires to access two of the screws, as shown below. 3. Lift up the front of the drive and slide it forward and out. Note The flex cable guides under the right speaker cable. 4. If replacing the drive, transfer three brackets, the flex cable, and one EMI gasket or install new to the replacement drive.

Part Location Hrd Apple iMac 17 inch

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:29:17 GMT

1. Disconnect the ten cables from the connectors on the logic board. Note The speakers would already be removed. 2. Using a T10 torx screwdriver, remove the screws from the logic board. Note the locations of the three self-tapping screws marked by and S in the photo . The rest of the screws are machine screws. Rotate the unit so the power supply is in the bottom right corner and the optical drive is on your left. With a black stick, disconnect the power supply cable on the underside of the...

Logic Board Identification Apple PowerBook 1400 1400c 117 133 166

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:26:41 GMT

Issue There are two logic boards with ROM version 3 that could be used in the PowerBook 1400, 117MHz and the PowerBook 1400, 133 MHz units. Because dealers must return the same part they ordered to receive reimbursement, it is important to properly identify the logic board before ordering a replacement. Part Number 661-1 188 has ROM U3 Low, 341S0203 and ROM U4 High, 341S0204 . It works in PowerBook 1400, 117 MHz and 133 MHz units. Part number 661-1381 has ROM U3 Low, 341S0364 and ROM U4 High,...

Procedure Suu Apple Xserve RAID

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:45:06 GMT

1. Remove the two screws on the front of the controller module case. 2. Slide out the bottom half of the case. Note The controller card is attached to the bottom of the controller module case. Do not attempt to separate the card from the bottom case. 3. Release the two latches that hold the memory DIMM in place. 4. Holding the DIMM by the edges, disconnect it from the controller card. Replacement Note When installing the DIMM, be sure to insert it at an angle into the DIMM connector. Once the...