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Computer Enclosure
Replacement Instructions
Be sure to follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in damage to your equipment and may void
your warranty.
Replacing your computer enclosure requires three basic steps:
• Turn off the computer.
• Remove the computer core from the enclosure.
• Replace the computer core in the new enclosure.
Note:
A video version of the replacement instructions is available at
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts
Tools Required
No tools are required for this procedure.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Static electricity , a normal and natural phenomenon, builds up on y our body
as you walk around. You experience an electrostatic discharge (ESD) when
you touch an object and feel a spark. ESD can cause damage to the
internal components of your computer.
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Removing the Computer Core From the Enclosure
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening it to avoid
damaging its internal components.
1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2 Shut down your computer by opening the Special menu and choosing
Shut Down. Then wait five minutes for the computer’s internal
components to cool down.
3 Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord.
Note:
If you have never plugged in your computer, connect the
computer’s power cord and plug it in.
4 Turn your computer upside down on a soft, clean cloth.
5 Touch the bare metal at the port access covers on the back of the
computer.
Power Adapter
Power Cord
Important:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself
by touching the port access covers before you touch any parts or
install any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity
building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until you
have completed the installation and closed the computer.
6 Unplug the power cord.
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Soft Clean Cloth
7 Push down on the latch to release it.
Latch
Extended Latch
Allow the latch to extend completely.
8 Gently pull the core from the computer enclosure and place the core on
a soft cloth.
Core
Enclosure
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Replacing the Computer Core in the New Enclosure
1 Holding the core by the latch, insert the core into the new enclosure.
Note:
The core fits into the enclosure only one way. Position the core
so the ports are toward the back of the enclosure.
Core
Enclosure
2 With a flat hand, press down on the latch until it locks into place. Firmly
press the core to ensure it is fully secured within the enclosure.
Important:
enclosure could fall off the core and be damaged.
Do not lift or carry your computer by the core latch. The
Latch
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3 Turn your computer upright and reconnect all cables.
4 Restart your computer.
Warning: Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal
and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the
computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your
computer or cause injury.
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