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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. All rights reserved.
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All rights reserved. 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.
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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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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 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 servicing the 12.1-inch models, refer to the iBook G4 service manual. 3 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information The...
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 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 servicing the 12.1-inch models, refer to the iBook G4 service manual. 3 - iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information The...
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...; 5/32 hex driver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 4 The screw identifiers are familiar with taking apart iBook computers, you are in the form of "M2x_" where the last digit indicates the approximate screw length.... Tools The following tools are now marked with this iBook model: • Slot-load optical drive • AirPort Extreme Card option • Bluetooth option • The number and types of screws ...
...; 5/32 hex driver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) General Information iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 4 The screw identifiers are familiar with taking apart iBook computers, you are in the form of "M2x_" where the last digit indicates the approximate screw length.... Tools The following tools are now marked with this iBook model: • Slot-load optical drive • AirPort Extreme Card option • Bluetooth option • The number and types of screws ...
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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 - Note: To organize the screws you remove from the assembly, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information
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 - Note: To organize the screws you remove from the assembly, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart General Information
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... minutes before continuing. Shut down for this procedure. 1. Part Location Battery Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before performing this procedure is a coin. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 6 Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down the computer, the internal components can be...
... minutes before continuing. Shut down for this procedure. 1. Part Location Battery Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before performing this procedure is a coin. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 6 Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down the computer, the internal components can be...
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... computer may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel in place and it over, and locate the battery latch. 3. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Battery Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart the computer. Gently remove the battery. Warning...
... computer may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel in place and it over, and locate the battery latch. 3. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Battery Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart the computer. Gently remove the battery. Warning...
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... caution when using tools to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer before continuing. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 8 Let the computer cool down for 30 minutes before opening it to remove and replace the foot and foot socket. Part...
... caution when using tools to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer before continuing. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 8 Let the computer cool down for 30 minutes before opening it to remove and replace the foot and foot socket. Part...
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... using tools to the computer. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any portion of the rubber foot remains on a clean, flat surface or soft cloth. 2. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Close the computer, turn it . 6. Caution: To avoid scratching the case, use tweezers or needlenose pliers to...
... using tools to the computer. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any portion of the rubber foot remains on a clean, flat surface or soft cloth. 2. iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Close the computer, turn it . 6. Caution: To avoid scratching the case, use tweezers or needlenose pliers to...
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You might need to align the wedge areas. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 10 With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case. 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. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket. 7. Install the new socket. Position the socket in the bottom case to rotate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case. 8.
You might need to align the wedge areas. Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 10 With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case. 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. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket. 7. Install the new socket. Position the socket in the bottom case to rotate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case. 8.
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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 - 9.
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Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 12 Reassemble and test the computer. 10. 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.
Foot and Foot Socket iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 12 Reassemble and test the computer. 10. 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.
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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 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 -
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To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn. Procedure 1. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 2. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 14
To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn. Procedure 1. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 2. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 14
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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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... electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer's framework before you have completed the installation and closed the computer. 6. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 16 5. Use the pull-tab on the inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do... 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.
... electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer's framework before you have completed the installation and closed the computer. 6. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 16 5. Use the pull-tab on the inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do... 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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Remove the four screws that secure the RAM shield. If an AirPort Extreme Card is no AirPort Extreme Card. 17 - Replacement Note: Note the routing of the AirPort antenna cable. 7. 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
Remove the four screws that secure the RAM shield. If an AirPort Extreme Card is no AirPort Extreme Card. 17 - Replacement Note: Note the routing of the AirPort antenna cable. 7. 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
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Locate the keyboard cable connector. 12. Lift the RAM shield out of the slot in the RAM shield. 11. Note: If necessary, use your fingers to side. Important: Pull straight up the connector from side to pry up ; Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases. Route the AirPort antenna cable out of the computer. 10. do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 18 9.
Locate the keyboard cable connector. 12. Lift the RAM shield out of the slot in the RAM shield. 11. Note: If necessary, use your fingers to side. Important: Pull straight up the connector from side to pry up ; Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases. Route the AirPort antenna cable out of the computer. 10. do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Keyboard and RAM Shield iBook G4 (14-inch) Take Apart - 18 9.
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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). 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.