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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. All rights reserved.
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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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... • Double-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) • ... under the top case. • Memory cards are easily accessible from the bottom of screws differ from earlier models. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Carefully lift the top case to avoid pulling these connectors off the top case. -
... • Double-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) • ... under the top case. • Memory cards are easily accessible from the bottom of screws differ from earlier models. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Carefully lift the top case to avoid pulling these connectors off the top case. -
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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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... you begin, identify the foot that needs replacement. 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...
... you begin, identify the foot that needs replacement. 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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... of the rubber foot fits into the compatible ring in the table.) Do not use a foot that only the hard plastic plug is clean. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Do not touch the glue. Make sure the plug area on a clean, lint...
... of the rubber foot fits into the compatible ring in the table.) Do not use a foot that only the hard plastic plug is clean. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Do not touch the glue. Make sure the plug area on a clean, lint...
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... eye doctor. Avoid contact with adequate ventilation. Liquid glue will sting eye temporarily. If spilled on the tube and tighten it all the way down. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Place the hollow nozzle cap on clothing, flush with water only for 15 minutes and GET MEDICAL ATTENTION...
... eye doctor. Avoid contact with adequate ventilation. Liquid glue will sting eye temporarily. If spilled on the tube and tighten it all the way down. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Place the hollow nozzle cap on clothing, flush with water only for 15 minutes and GET MEDICAL ATTENTION...
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Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 Let the computer cool down the computer before continuing. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut 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.
Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 Let the computer cool down the computer before continuing. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut 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.
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Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. The battery should raise up slightly. Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn it to the computer. 3. Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn clockwise. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1.
Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. The battery should raise up slightly. Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn it to the computer. 3. Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn clockwise. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1.
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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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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. 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.
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Note: If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it to cool down on a soft cloth. 2. Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. 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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Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 3. 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.
Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 11 3. 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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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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Replacement Procedure Notes: • The top and bottom memory cards are inserted at a low angle behind the locking tabs of the top slot. 12 -
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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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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Slide the card forward to push it into place. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card, locking it fully into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it up enough to the lower slot. Note: If the back of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it is fully and securely seated along its length. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Firmly push the card straight into the slot. 3. 2.
Slide the card forward to push it into place. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card, locking it fully into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it up enough to the lower slot. Note: If the back of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it is fully and securely seated along its length. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Firmly push the card straight into the slot. 3. 2.
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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. 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 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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. 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 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 4.
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Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8. Replace the battery. 10. 7. 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.
Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8. Replace the battery. 10. 7. 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.
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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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AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Procedure 1. 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.
AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17 Procedure 1. 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.
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Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. 3. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 -
Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4. 3. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card Use the pull tab to pull out the card. 18 -
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Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 5. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.
Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 5. Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated.