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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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...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 (...1057) • Alcohol pads • Dental pick (with this computer. Tools The following tools are recommended for troubleshooting) 2 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Important: To avoid applying too much pressure onto the memory slot locking tabs, spread the ...
...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 (...1057) • Alcohol pads • Dental pick (with this computer. Tools The following tools are recommended for troubleshooting) 2 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart General Information Important: To avoid applying too much pressure onto the memory slot locking tabs, spread the ...
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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. General Information PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 3
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Case plug Case foot Continue with the images in this table: Plug Area on the bottom case. 4 - Check the ..., 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. Foot Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Foot kit • Tweezers or needlenose pliers • Soft cloth Preliminary Step Before you...
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Case plug Case foot Continue with the images in this table: Plug Area on the bottom case. 4 - Check the ..., 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. Foot Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Foot kit • Tweezers or needlenose pliers • Soft cloth Preliminary Step Before you...
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... rubber foot remains, remove it so that does not match. 3. 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 For additional information, refer to the images shown in the plug.
... rubber foot remains, remove it so that does not match. 3. 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 For additional information, refer to the images shown in the plug.
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... IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. If skin bonding occurs, soak in the kit is then ready to use . KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 6 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Warning: GLUE IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. Important: The glue tube included in acetone-based nail polish remover...
... IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. If skin bonding occurs, soak in the kit is then ready to use . KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 6 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Foot Warning: GLUE IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. Important: The glue tube included in acetone-based nail polish remover...
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Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing.
Battery PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 7 After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Let the computer cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location Preliminary Steps Warning: Always shut down the computer before continuing.
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Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. The battery should raise up slightly. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it one quarter turn it to the computer. 3.
Insert a coin in the battery lock slot and turn clockwise. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 8 - Shut down on a soft cloth. 4. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. The battery should raise up slightly. Place the computer face down the computer. 2. PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Battery 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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Place the computer face down before removing from the bottom slot. 10 - 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 Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot. Remove the four screws from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. Note: Memory must be removed from the memory door then remove the door.
Place the computer face down before removing from the bottom slot. 10 - 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 Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it in the bottom memory slot. Remove the four screws from the top slot before performing this procedure. 1. Note: Memory must be removed from the memory door then remove the door.
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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. 3. Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot.
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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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Slide the card forward to push it up enough to the lower slot. Note: If the back of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it fully into place. 2. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card, locking it is fully and securely seated along its length. Firmly push the card straight into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it into the slot. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13
Slide the card forward to push it up enough to the lower slot. Note: If the back of the card drops down until it is fully seated, raise it fully into place. 2. Carefully spread the two locking tabs for the bottom slot away from the card on both sides of the card, locking it is fully and securely seated along its length. Firmly push the card straight into the slot until the tabs click onto both sides while pushing the card straight down before it into the slot. 3. Memory Door and Memory Cards PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 13
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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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. 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 - If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6.
PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart Memory Door and Memory Cards 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. 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 - If installing a memory card in until it is firmly seated. 6.
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Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8. 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 Install the memory door. 9. 7.
Cards should be flat and secure on both sides. 8. 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 Install the memory door. 9. 7.
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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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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 - PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart AirPort Extreme Card 3. Gently disconnect the AirPort Extreme antenna cable. 4.
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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. AirPort Extreme Card PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) Take Apart - 19 Push the card into the slot, as shown. 6. 5.