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All rights reserved. Service Source PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) 16 September 2003 © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc.
All rights reserved. Service Source PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) 16 September 2003 © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc.
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General Information Overview Some key features that distinguish this computer from earlier PowerBook models include: • New aluminum alloy enclosure • Built-in Bluetooth • Built-in FireWire 800 port • Supports USB 2.0 • Uses double-data rate (DDR) memory • Optional AirPort Extreme card • Optional fiber optic backlit keyboard with ambient light sensors • New battery pack General Information PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 1
General Information Overview Some key features that distinguish this computer from earlier PowerBook models include: • New aluminum alloy enclosure • Built-in Bluetooth • Built-in FireWire 800 port • Supports USB 2.0 • Uses double-data rate (DDR) memory • Optional AirPort Extreme card • Optional fiber optic backlit keyboard with ambient light sensors • New battery pack General Information PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 1
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...: • Important: The top case removal has two critical removal steps: - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Important Note • Memory from the previous 15-inch PowerBook is not compatible with a tool before lifting off the main logic board. •...-stick tape • Kapton® tape (922-1731) • Voltmeter (for troubleshooting) • Small low-power magnet (for troubleshooting) • Apple Pro keyboard and mouse (for the take apart procedures. • ESD wrist strap and mat • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized...
...: • Important: The top case removal has two critical removal steps: - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Important Note • Memory from the previous 15-inch PowerBook is not compatible with a tool before lifting off the main logic board. •...-stick tape • Kapton® tape (922-1731) • Voltmeter (for troubleshooting) • Small low-power magnet (for troubleshooting) • Apple Pro keyboard and mouse (for the take apart procedures. • ESD wrist strap and mat • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized...
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General Information PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 3 Serial Number Location The serial number is located in the battery bay.
General Information PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 3 Serial Number Location The serial number is located in the battery bay.
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... on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for replacement Action Replace the bottom case, or send to the plug on the bottom case. 4 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Check the bottom case of the computer and compare it with the procedure, matching the foot to...
... on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for replacement Action Replace the bottom case, or send to the plug on the bottom case. 4 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Check the bottom case of the computer and compare it with the procedure, matching the foot to...
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... rubber foot remains, remove it so that does not match. 3. This ensures a balanced and level fitting. Procedure Warning: The glue used in the plug. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 For additional information, refer to the images shown in the table.) Do not use a foot that only the hard plastic...
... rubber foot remains, remove it so that does not match. 3. This ensures a balanced and level fitting. Procedure Warning: The glue used in the plug. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 For additional information, refer to the images shown in the table.) Do not use a foot that only the hard plastic...
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... this document. 4. Important: The glue tube included in the kit is then ready to the plug on the bottom case. Avoid contact with adequate ventilation. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Do not touch the glue at the end of the tweezers or pliers-not your finger-lightly press...
... this document. 4. Important: The glue tube included in the kit is then ready to the plug on the bottom case. Avoid contact with adequate ventilation. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Do not touch the glue at the end of the tweezers or pliers-not your finger-lightly press...
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Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot.
Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot.
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Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn it to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery The battery should raise up slightly.
Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn it to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery The battery should raise up slightly.
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Memory Door and Memory Cards Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 9
Memory Door and Memory Cards Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 9
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Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 - Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1.
Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 - Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1.
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To remove memory cards, carefully spread the two locking tabs for the slot (top or bottom) away from the card on both sides and allow the card to pop up slightly. 4. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot.
To remove memory cards, carefully spread the two locking tabs for the slot (top or bottom) away from the card on both sides and allow the card to pop up slightly. 4. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot.
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To install a memory card into the bottom slot first. • Align the notch in the memory card with the tooth in the slot before inserting. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Replacement Procedure Notes: • The top and bottom memory cards are inserted at different angles. • If installing two cards, install into the bottom slot, insert the card at a low angle behind the locking tabs of the top slot. 12 -
To install a memory card into the bottom slot first. • Align the notch in the memory card with the tooth in the slot before inserting. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Replacement Procedure Notes: • The top and bottom memory cards are inserted at different angles. • If installing two cards, install into the bottom slot, insert the card at a low angle behind the locking tabs of the top slot. 12 -
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Note: If the back of the card, locking it fully into the slot. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides while pushing the card straight down before it is fully and securely seated along its length. 2. Slide the card forward to push it into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it up enough to the lower slot. Firmly push the card straight into place.
Note: If the back of the card, locking it fully into the slot. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides while pushing the card straight down before it is fully and securely seated along its length. 2. Slide the card forward to push it into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it up enough to the lower slot. Firmly push the card straight into place.
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Push the card in the top slot, follow the same procedures as the bottom slot except insert the card at a 30-degree angle, above the locking tabs. 5. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards As with the bottom slot, spread the locking tabs for the top slot while pushing the card straight down until it locks into place. 14 - 4. If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6.
Push the card in the top slot, follow the same procedures as the bottom slot except insert the card at a 30-degree angle, above the locking tabs. 5. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards As with the bottom slot, spread the locking tabs for the top slot while pushing the card straight down until it locks into place. 14 - 4. If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6.
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Replace the battery. 10. Use Apple System Profiler to verify that the memory is recognized. (Choose the menu bar Apple logo () > About This Mac, click More Info..., select the System Profile tab, open the Memory Overview.) Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 15 Install the memory door. 9. 7. Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
Replace the battery. 10. Use Apple System Profiler to verify that the memory is recognized. (Choose the menu bar Apple logo () > About This Mac, click More Info..., select the System Profile tab, open the Memory Overview.) Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 15 Install the memory door. 9. 7. Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card AirPort Extreme Card Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. 16 -
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card AirPort Extreme Card Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. 16 -
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Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Procedure 1.
Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Procedure 1.
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3. Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 - Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card
3. Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 - Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card
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5. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.
5. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.