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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) ...notebook computers, there are a few critical differences: • Important: The top case removal has two critical removal steps: - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information A hidden latch behind the optical drive felt must be disengaged with this computer....
...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) ...notebook computers, there are a few critical differences: • Important: The top case removal has two critical removal steps: - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information A hidden latch behind the optical drive felt must be disengaged with this computer....
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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 Foot Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Foot kit • Tweezers or needlenose pliers • Soft cloth ..., matching the foot to the plug on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for replacement Action Replace the bottom case, or send to Apple Repair Center.
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Foot Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Foot kit • Tweezers or needlenose pliers • Soft cloth ..., matching the foot to the plug on Bottom Case Missing plug Matching Foot Not available for replacement Action Replace the bottom case, or send to Apple Repair Center.
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... compatible ring in the plug. When positioning the foot, make sure the textured plane of the plug. Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 This ensures a balanced and level fitting. For additional information, refer to the images shown in the table.) Do not use...
... compatible ring in the plug. When positioning the foot, make sure the textured plane of the plug. Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Foot PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 5 This ensures a balanced and level fitting. For additional information, refer to the images shown in the table.) Do not use...
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... acetone-based nail polish remover or warm soapy water and carefully peel or roll skin apart (do not pull). Avoid prolonged breathing of the plug. 7. 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 glue. Discard...
... acetone-based nail polish remover or warm soapy water and carefully peel or roll skin apart (do not pull). Avoid prolonged breathing of the plug. 7. 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 glue. Discard...
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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. Let the computer cool down the computer before continuing. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. 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 before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Let the computer cool down the computer before continuing. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7
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Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - 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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery The battery should raise up slightly.
Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - 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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery The battery should raise up slightly.
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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: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. 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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 -
Note: Memory must be removed from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. Place the computer face down before removing from the memory door then remove the door. 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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards Remove the four screws from the bottom slot. 10 -
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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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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 - 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
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2. Note: If the back of the card, locking it up enough to the lower slot. Firmly push the card straight into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it is fully and securely seated along its length. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card drops down until it fully into place. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Slide the card forward to push it is fully seated, raise it into the slot. 3.
2. Note: If the back of the card, locking it up enough to the lower slot. Firmly push the card straight into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it is fully and securely seated along its length. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card drops down until it fully into place. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13 Slide the card forward to push it is fully seated, raise it into the slot. 3.
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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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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.
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. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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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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 Replace the battery. 10. Install the memory door. 9. 7. Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
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 Replace the battery. 10. Install the memory door. 9. 7. Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8.
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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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Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. Procedure 1. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17
Pull outward on the slot to pull out the card's clear plastic pull tab, tucked underneath. Use a black stick to open the AirPort Extreme Card door. 2. Procedure 1. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 17
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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 Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated. 5. Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6.
AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Slide the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot until fully seated. 5. Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6.