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Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in the U.S. Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 USA + 1 408 996 1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, Mac, and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple. Apple Inc. © 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. and other countries. Apple is accurate. Under the copyright laws, this document is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. ii
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... backlight CCFL backlight Optical 8x DVD Dual Layer Drive Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive MacBook Pro (original 17-inch) April 24, 2006 2.16GHz Core Duo 2MB shared (1:1) 667 MHz 2 GB 120GB, 5400 rpm 100GB, 7200 rpm (...cto) ATI x1600 CCFL backlight 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive New Parts and Procedures AirPort Card A new 802.11n Broadcomm AirPort card uses two antenna wires instead of three. USB Ports USB ports are now high-current (1.1 amp) ports. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Basics-...
... backlight CCFL backlight Optical 8x DVD Dual Layer Drive Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive MacBook Pro (original 17-inch) April 24, 2006 2.16GHz Core Duo 2MB shared (1:1) 667 MHz 2 GB 120GB, 5400 rpm 100GB, 7200 rpm (...cto) ATI x1600 CCFL backlight 8x DVD Dual Layer Superdrive New Parts and Procedures AirPort Card A new 802.11n Broadcomm AirPort card uses two antenna wires instead of three. USB Ports USB ports are now high-current (1.1 amp) ports. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Basics-...
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...computer. Do not over components when they should route into lower positions or channels. Cable Routing Note With the MacBook Pro's one-inch enclosure height, the placement of parts and wiring is critical. Verify that cables do not route over apply or build up or extraneous use and... locations-reapply in the same manner. Still, customers may vary. To prevent an unnecessary repair, you can compare a customer's computer to Knowledge Base article 30612: Apple ...
...computer. Do not over components when they should route into lower positions or channels. Cable Routing Note With the MacBook Pro's one-inch enclosure height, the placement of parts and wiring is critical. Verify that cables do not route over apply or build up or extraneous use and... locations-reapply in the same manner. Still, customers may vary. To prevent an unnecessary repair, you can compare a customer's computer to Knowledge Base article 30612: Apple ...
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Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Clean non-marring work surface Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. Battery 18
Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Clean non-marring work surface Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. Battery 18
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Memory 20 Memory Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Clean non-marring work surface • ESD wrist strap and mat Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
Memory 20 Memory Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Clean non-marring work surface • ESD wrist strap and mat Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
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Top Case Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Multi-compartment screw tray (such as a plastic ice cube tray) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Memory Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Top Case 25
Top Case Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Multi-compartment screw tray (such as a plastic ice cube tray) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Memory Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Top Case 25
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Keyboard 35 Keyboard Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Razor knife • Needlenose pliers • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
Keyboard 35 Keyboard Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Razor knife • Needlenose pliers • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
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...-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Note: Both films are four bend-tabs in the MacBook Pro (17-inch and 17-inch Core Duo) and six bend-tabs in the MacBook Pro (17-inch 2.4GHz and Early 2008). Use the black stick to defeat the adhesive at the edge so that the... film can be peeled back to show tab location, but you should work on one side at perforations, notches and narrow parts to access the bend...
...-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Note: Both films are four bend-tabs in the MacBook Pro (17-inch and 17-inch Core Duo) and six bend-tabs in the MacBook Pro (17-inch 2.4GHz and Early 2008). Use the black stick to defeat the adhesive at the edge so that the... film can be peeled back to show tab location, but you should work on one side at perforations, notches and narrow parts to access the bend...
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... Core 2 Duo) or the six bend-tabs for the the MacBook Pro (17-inch 2.4GHz) and (17-inch Early 2008) over bending. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Important: The bend-tabs are delicate. Push up on the opposing part of the keyboard. Avoid over the metal of the bottom...
... Core 2 Duo) or the six bend-tabs for the the MacBook Pro (17-inch 2.4GHz) and (17-inch Early 2008) over bending. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Important: The bend-tabs are delicate. Push up on the opposing part of the keyboard. Avoid over the metal of the bottom...
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AirPort Extreme Card 59 AirPort Extreme Card Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
AirPort Extreme Card 59 AirPort Extreme Card Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
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... flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Hard Drive/SSD Note: A solid-state drive (SSD) option is available only for...
... flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Hard Drive/SSD Note: A solid-state drive (SSD) option is available only for...
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Replacement Note: When installing the hard drive, verify that the two rubber grommets are installed on the frame. Hard Drive 68 9. Verify that the two screw heads installed on its left side, fit securely into the two grommets on the bottom case frame 11. Important Note: All older MacBook Pro 17-inch models should have any white hard drive grommets replaced by newer black grommets (same part number: 922-7941). 10. Transfer the hard drive screws and two grommets on the right side to the replacement drive. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
Replacement Note: When installing the hard drive, verify that the two rubber grommets are installed on the frame. Hard Drive 68 9. Verify that the two screw heads installed on its left side, fit securely into the two grommets on the bottom case frame 11. Important Note: All older MacBook Pro 17-inch models should have any white hard drive grommets replaced by newer black grommets (same part number: 922-7941). 10. Transfer the hard drive screws and two grommets on the right side to the replacement drive. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
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Bluetooth Card and Antenna Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Bluetooth Card 69
Bluetooth Card and Antenna Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Bluetooth Card 69
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Bluetooth Card 71 Otherwise, the EMI shield is available to order as a separate part (922-7969). 4. Slide the bluetooth card out of the bracket, and (c) then the top last. If it remains intact enough for reuse, set aside the foil for reinstallation. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - 3. (a) Carefully and slowly peel the foil from the bottom first, (b) then down the back side of the bracket.
Bluetooth Card 71 Otherwise, the EMI shield is available to order as a separate part (922-7969). 4. Slide the bluetooth card out of the bracket, and (c) then the top last. If it remains intact enough for reuse, set aside the foil for reinstallation. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - 3. (a) Carefully and slowly peel the foil from the bottom first, (b) then down the back side of the bracket.
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Note: The antenna cable is attached on the bottom of the bracket. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - 9. If present, re-install the foil EMI shield, using a reverse order of the antenna board, and routes in a channel in place on the bottom of step 3 (see previous) starting with the top. If need be, the EMI shield is in the bracket. 11. Bluetooth Card 74 Install a replacement antenna as a separate part (922-7969). Verify that the rubber pad is available to order as shown below. Order a new bracket, if needed. 10.
Note: The antenna cable is attached on the bottom of the bracket. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - 9. If present, re-install the foil EMI shield, using a reverse order of the antenna board, and routes in a channel in place on the bottom of step 3 (see previous) starting with the top. If need be, the EMI shield is in the bracket. 11. Bluetooth Card 74 Install a replacement antenna as a separate part (922-7969). Verify that the rubber pad is available to order as shown below. Order a new bracket, if needed. 10.
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Infrared Board 75 Infrared Board Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
Infrared Board 75 Infrared Board Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
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Remove the Torx T6 screw. 2. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Infrared Board 76 Lift out the infrared board. Procedure Note: The infrared board cable (which is combined with the sleep LED light cable) is part of the bottom case assembly and is not replaceable separately. 1.
Remove the Torx T6 screw. 2. MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Infrared Board 76 Lift out the infrared board. Procedure Note: The infrared board cable (which is combined with the sleep LED light cable) is part of the bottom case assembly and is not replaceable separately. 1.
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Optical Drive Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Optical Drive 79
Optical Drive Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool • Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Optical Drive 79
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Backup Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Needle-point metal probe • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case • Optical Drive Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Backup Battery 90
Backup Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Needle-point metal probe • Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case • Optical Drive Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart - Backup Battery 90
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Ambient Light Sensors 95 Ambient Light Sensors Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -
Ambient Light Sensors 95 Ambient Light Sensors Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Top Case Part Location MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart -