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All rights reserved. Service Source iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) Updated June 19, 2006 © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc.
All rights reserved. Service Source iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) Updated June 19, 2006 © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc.
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Service Source Take Apart iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Service Source Take Apart iBook G4 (14-inch) iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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General Information Overview To easily distinguish this computer from previous iBook models, note these characteristics: • "iBook G4" identifier on display bezel • Slot-load optical drive • Mac OS X version 10.3 operating system General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 2
General Information Overview To easily distinguish this computer from previous iBook models, note these characteristics: • "iBook G4" identifier on display bezel • Slot-load optical drive • Mac OS X version 10.3 operating system General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 2
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... manual. This table shows the iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) configurations at initial product introduction: Configuration Education* Good* Display Size 12.1 inch 12.1 inch Video RAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM Processor 800 MHz 800 MHz Optical Drive CD-ROM Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) Hard Drive 30 GB 30 GB Memory 128... MB RAM 256 MB RAM Better 14.1 inch 32 VRAM 933 MHz Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) 40 GB 256 MB RAM Best 14.1 inch 32 VRAM 1 GHz Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) 60 GB 256 MB RAM * For...
... manual. This table shows the iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) configurations at initial product introduction: Configuration Education* Good* Display Size 12.1 inch 12.1 inch Video RAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM Processor 800 MHz 800 MHz Optical Drive CD-ROM Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) Hard Drive 30 GB 30 GB Memory 128... MB RAM 256 MB RAM Better 14.1 inch 32 VRAM 933 MHz Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) 40 GB 256 MB RAM Best 14.1 inch 32 VRAM 1 GHz Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW) 60 GB 256 MB RAM * For...
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...from previous models. Use the identifiers as a guide when reassembling the computer. The screw identifiers are now marked with this iBook model: • Slot-load optical drive • AirPort Extreme Card option • Bluetooth option • The number and types of the ...8226; Needlenose pliers • Torx T6 screwdriver • 5/32 hex driver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 4 Note: The metal EMI shields-bottom shield and top shield-are in the form of "M2x14" indicates a 14.5-mm...
...from previous models. Use the identifiers as a guide when reassembling the computer. The screw identifiers are now marked with this iBook model: • Slot-load optical drive • AirPort Extreme Card option • Bluetooth option • The number and types of the ...8226; Needlenose pliers • Torx T6 screwdriver • 5/32 hex driver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 4 Note: The metal EMI shields-bottom shield and top shield-are in the form of "M2x14" indicates a 14.5-mm...
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iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information Note: To organize the screws you remove from the assembly, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). Serial Number Location In this computer, the product serial number is located in two places: the battery bay and the top case underneath the keyboard. 5 -
iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information Note: To organize the screws you remove from the assembly, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). Serial Number Location In this computer, the product serial number is located in two places: the battery bay and the top case underneath the keyboard. 5 -
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... and wait thirty minutes before performing this procedure is a coin. Let the computer cool down before continuing. Place the computer on a clean, flat surface. 2. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 6 Battery Tools The only tool required for 30 minutes before continuing.
... and wait thirty minutes before performing this procedure is a coin. Let the computer cool down before continuing. Place the computer on a clean, flat surface. 2. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 6 Battery Tools The only tool required for 30 minutes before continuing.
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... battery. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel in data loss. 5. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Battery 3. Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts...
... battery. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel in data loss. 5. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Battery 3. Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts...
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... and replace the foot and foot socket. Let the computer cool down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 8 Foot and Foot Socket Tools • Foot kit • Soft cloth • Needlenose pliers • #0 Phillips jeweler's screwdriver Caution: To avoid...
... and replace the foot and foot socket. Let the computer cool down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 8 Foot and Foot Socket Tools • Foot kit • Soft cloth • Needlenose pliers • #0 Phillips jeweler's screwdriver Caution: To avoid...
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... before continuing. 3. Caution: To avoid scratching the case, use tweezers or needlenose pliers to the computer. 4. Use a screwdriver to remove and replace the foot. Procedure 1. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Place the computer on the bottom case, use caution when using tools to remove the screw and...
... before continuing. 3. Caution: To avoid scratching the case, use tweezers or needlenose pliers to the computer. 4. Use a screwdriver to remove and replace the foot. Procedure 1. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Place the computer on the bottom case, use caution when using tools to remove the screw and...
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Position the socket in the bottom case to rotate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case. 8. With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 10 Replacement Note: When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case, install the screw. Install the new socket. You might need to align the wedge areas. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket. 7.
Position the socket in the bottom case to rotate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case. 8. With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 10 Replacement Note: When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case, install the screw. Install the new socket. You might need to align the wedge areas. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket. 7.
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9. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape. The socket and foot are keyed and may look like one of these: • Socket with three identical openings to match the three identical raised areas on the foot • Socket with three identical openings and a fourth indented area to match the four raised areas on the foot 11 -
9. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape. The socket and foot are keyed and may look like one of these: • Socket with three identical openings to match the three identical raised areas on the foot • Socket with three identical openings and a fourth indented area to match the four raised areas on the foot 11 -
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10. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 12 With gentle even pressure, press the foot onto the socket. 11. Install the matching foot by aligning its textured surface to the open areas in the socket. Reassemble and test the computer.
10. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 12 With gentle even pressure, press the foot onto the socket. 11. Install the matching foot by aligning its textured surface to the open areas in the socket. Reassemble and test the computer.
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Keyboard and RAM Shield Tools • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Jeweler's flat-blade screwdriver (if keyboard is locked) • Small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Extreme Card is installed) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. 13 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield
Keyboard and RAM Shield Tools • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Jeweler's flat-blade screwdriver (if keyboard is locked) • Small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Extreme Card is installed) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. 13 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield
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The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 14 Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 2. Procedure 1.
The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 14 Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 2. Procedure 1.
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Release the keyboard by pulling down on the palm rest. 15 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. 4. 3.
Release the keyboard by pulling down on the palm rest. 15 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. 4. 3.
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... computer. 5. If the computer has the optional AirPort Extreme Card installed, unlatch the flexible wire bracket that secures the card. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 16 Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer's framework before you have completed the installation... computer to disconnect the antenna.) Note: To avoid scratching the computer's case, place a soft cloth between the AirPort Extreme Card and the surface of the iBook.
... computer. 5. If the computer has the optional AirPort Extreme Card installed, unlatch the flexible wire bracket that secures the card. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 16 Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer's framework before you have completed the installation... computer to disconnect the antenna.) Note: To avoid scratching the computer's case, place a soft cloth between the AirPort Extreme Card and the surface of the iBook.
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iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 7. If an AirPort Extreme Card is no AirPort Extreme Card. 17 - Replacement Note: Note the routing of the AirPort antenna cable. Remove the four screws that secure the RAM shield. When reinstalling the RAM shield, make sure the antenna cable is routed as shown if there is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire bracket to release the AirPort antenna cable. 8.
iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 7. If an AirPort Extreme Card is no AirPort Extreme Card. 17 - Replacement Note: Note the routing of the AirPort antenna cable. Remove the four screws that secure the RAM shield. When reinstalling the RAM shield, make sure the antenna cable is routed as shown if there is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire bracket to release the AirPort antenna cable. 8.
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do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Route the AirPort antenna cable out of the computer. 10. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 18 Note: If necessary, use your fingers to side. Locate the keyboard cable connector. 12. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up the connector from side to pry up until the connector releases. Important: Pull straight up; Lift the RAM shield out of the slot in the RAM shield. 11. 9.
do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Route the AirPort antenna cable out of the computer. 10. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 18 Note: If necessary, use your fingers to side. Locate the keyboard cable connector. 12. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up the connector from side to pry up until the connector releases. Important: Pull straight up; Lift the RAM shield out of the slot in the RAM shield. 11. 9.
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Replacement Note: Make sure the antenna cable fits into the slot in the RAM shield, and insert the lower end of the RAM shield in the keyboard well first. 19 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 13. Install the replacement keyboard, RAM shield, and AirPort Extreme Card (if used).
Replacement Note: Make sure the antenna cable fits into the slot in the RAM shield, and insert the lower end of the RAM shield in the keyboard well first. 19 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 13. Install the replacement keyboard, RAM shield, and AirPort Extreme Card (if used).