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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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...top case removal has two critical removal steps: - Important Note • Memory from the previous 15-inch PowerBook is not compatible with a tool before lifting off the main logic board. • The keyboard is easily...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 • ... up to avoid pulling these connectors off the top case. - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information
...top case removal has two critical removal steps: - Important Note • Memory from the previous 15-inch PowerBook is not compatible with a tool before lifting off the main logic board. • The keyboard is easily...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 • ... up to avoid pulling these connectors off the top case. - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information
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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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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 Apple Repair Center. Case plug Case foot Continue with the images in this table: Plug Area on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for ...
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 Apple Repair Center. Case plug Case foot Continue with the images in this table: Plug Area on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for ...
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...: Elmer's Products, Inc. Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Make sure the plug area on a clean, lint-free cloth or other nonabrasive surface. 2. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 Place the computer upside down on the bottom case is visible (as shown below). For additional information, refer to the...
...: Elmer's Products, Inc. Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Make sure the plug area on a clean, lint-free cloth or other nonabrasive surface. 2. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 Place the computer upside down on the bottom case is visible (as shown below). For additional information, refer to the...
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... not pull). Avoid contact with cold water. If skin bonding occurs, soak in the kit is then ready to the plug on the bottom case. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Apply one drop of glue to dispense the glue through clothing may irritate eye like a grain of the tweezers...
... not pull). Avoid contact with cold water. If skin bonding occurs, soak in the kit is then ready to the plug on the bottom case. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Apply one drop of glue to dispense the glue through clothing may irritate eye like a grain of the tweezers...
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Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. Let the computer cool down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. After you shut down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7
Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing. Let the computer cool down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. After you shut down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7
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The battery should raise up slightly. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn it to the computer. 3.
The battery should raise up slightly. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn it to the computer. 3.
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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 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.
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Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 - Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot.
Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 - Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot.
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3. Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 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. Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 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.
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards To install a memory card into the bottom slot, insert the card at different angles. • If installing two cards, install into the bottom slot first. • Align the notch in the memory card with the tooth in the slot before inserting. 1. Replacement Procedure Notes: • The top and bottom memory cards are inserted at a low angle behind the locking tabs of the top slot. 12 -
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards To install a memory card into the bottom slot, insert the card at different angles. • If installing two cards, install into the bottom slot first. • Align the notch in the memory card with the tooth in the slot before inserting. 1. Replacement Procedure Notes: • The top and bottom memory cards are inserted at a low angle behind the locking tabs of the top slot. 12 -
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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. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Note: If the back of the card, locking it fully into place. Firmly push the card straight 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. Slide the card forward to push it into the slot. 3.
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. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Note: If the back of the card, locking it fully into place. Firmly push the card straight 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. Slide the card forward to push it into the slot. 3.
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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. If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6. 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.
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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. If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6. 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.
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Install the memory door. 9. 7. 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 Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
Install the memory door. 9. 7. 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 Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
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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 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card
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AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Procedure 1.
AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Procedure 1.
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card 3. Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 -
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card 3. Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 -
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AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. 5. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.
AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. 5. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.