Apple iBook G4 14 Service Manual

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iBook G4 (14-inch)

iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004)

Updated June 19, 2006

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iBook G4 (14-inch)

iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004)

General Information

Overview

To easily distinguish this computer from previous iBook models, note these characteristics:

• "iBook G4" identifier on display bezel

• Slot-load optical drive

• Mac OS X version 10.3 operating system

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The ports on the left side of the computer are

• RJ11 modem port

• Ethernet port

• FireWire port

• Two USB ports

• External display connector

• Headphone port

This table shows the iBook G4 (14-inch) conﬁgurations at initial product introduction:

Configuration Education* Good* Better Best

Display Size 12.1 inch 12.1 inch 14.1 inch 14.1 inch

Video RAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM

Processor 800 MHz 800 MHz 933 MHz 1 GHz

Optical Drive CD-ROM Combo (DVD-

ROM/CD-RW)

Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW)

Hard Drive 30 GB 30 GB 40 GB 60 GB

Memory 128 MB RAM 256 MB RAM 256 MB RAM 256 MB RAM

For servicing the 12.1-inch models, refer to the iBook G4 service manual.

This table shows the iBook G4 (14-inch Early 2004) conﬁgurations at initial product introduction:

Configuration Good* Better Best

Display Size 12.1 inch 14.1 inch 14.1 inch

Video RAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM 32 VRAM

Processor 1.0 GHz 1.0 GHz 1.2 GHz

Optical Drive Combo (DVD-

ROM/CD-RW)

Combo (DVDROM/CD-RW)

Hard Drive 30 GB 40 GB 60 GB

Memory 256 MB RAM 256 MB RAM 256 MB RAM

For servicing the 12.1-inch model, refer to the iBook G4 service manual.

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General Information

New Procedures

If you are familiar with taking apart iBook computers, you will notice some differences with this iBook model:

• Slot-load optical drive

• AirPort Extreme Card option

• Bluetooth option

• The number and types of screws differ somewhat from previous models.

Note:

The metal EMI shields—bottom shield and top shield—are now marked with screw identiﬁers for most of the screw locations. The screw identiﬁers are in the form of "M2x_" where the last digit indicates the approximate screw length. For example, a marking of "M2x3" indicates a 3.5-mm long screw, and a marking of "M2x14" indicates a 14.5-mm long screw. Use the identiﬁers as a guide when reassembling the computer.

Tools

The following tools are recommended for the Take Apart procedures:

• Coin

• ESD wriststrap and mat

• Magnetized #0 Phillips screwdriver

• Jeweler’s ﬂat-blade screwdriver

• Small soft cloth

• Torx T8 screwdriver

• 2.0 mm hex nut driver

• Needlenose pliers

• Torx T6 screwdriver

• 5/32 hex driver

• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)

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Note:

To organize the screws you remove from the assembly, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).

Serial Number Location

In this computer, the product serial number is located in two places: the battery bay and the top case underneath the keyboard.

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General Information

Battery

Tools

The only tool required for this procedure is a coin.

Part Location

Battery

Preliminary Steps

Warning: Always shut down the computer 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. Let the computer cool down for 30 minutes before continuing.

Procedure

Warning:

performing this procedure.

1. Place the computer on a clean, ﬂat surface.

2. Shut down the computer and wait thirty minutes before continuing.

If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down before

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3. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to the computer.

4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the battery latch.

Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently remove the battery.

Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer.

Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down the computer may result in data loss.

5. Install the replacement battery.

6. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart the

computer.

Note: You may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel in System Preferences).

Warning: Never turn on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is fully reassembled. Operating the computer when it is missing parts can damage the computer or cause injury.

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Battery

Foot and Foot Socket

Tools

• Foot kit

• Soft cloth

• Needlenose pliers

• #0 Phillips jeweler’s screwdriver

Caution:

replace the foot and foot socket.

To avoid scratching the case, use caution when using tools to remove and

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

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Procedure

1. Place the computer on a clean, ﬂat surface or soft cloth.

2. Shut down the computer and wait thirty minutes before continuing.

3. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to the computer.

4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the foot that needs replacement.

Caution:

replace the foot.

If any portion of the rubber foot remains on the bottom case, use tweezers or needlenose pliers to carefully remove it.

To avoid scratching the case, use caution when using tools to remove and

6. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw and socket from the bottom case.

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Foot and Foot Socket

7. Install the new socket. For the best ﬁt, do not reuse the old socket.

Replacement Note: When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the

bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case. Position the socket in the bottom case to align the wedge areas. You might need to rotate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case.

With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case, install the screw.

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9. Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape.

The socket and foot are keyed and may look like one of these:

• Socket with three identical openings to match the three identical raised areas on the foot

• Socket with three identical openings and a fourth indented area to match the four raised areas on the foot

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Foot and Foot Socket

10. Install the matching foot by aligning its textured surface to the open areas in the socket. With gentle even pressure, press the foot onto the socket.

11. Reassemble and test the computer.

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Keyboard and RAM Shield

Tools

• #0 Phillips screwdriver

• Jeweler’s ﬂat-blade screwdriver (if keyboard is locked)

• Small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Extreme Card is installed)

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Before you begin, remove the battery.

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Keyboard and RAM Shield

Procedure

1. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard.

2. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step.

To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn.

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3. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display.

4. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rest.

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Keyboard and RAM Shield

5. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity, as shown.

Important:

touching the computer’s framework 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. If the computer has the optional AirPort Extreme Card installed, unlatch the ﬂexible wire bracket that secures the card.

To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by

Use the pull-tab on the card to remove it from the slot. (You do not need to disconnect the antenna.)

Note:

To avoid scratching the computer’s case, place a soft cloth between the

AirPort Extreme Card and the surface of the iBook.

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7. If an AirPort Extreme Card is not installed, unlatch the ﬂexible wire bracket to release the AirPort antenna cable.

8. Remove the four screws that secure the RAM shield.

Replacement Note:

the RAM shield, make sure the antenna cable is routed as shown if there is no AirPort Extreme Card.

Note the routing of the AirPort antenna cable. When reinstalling

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Keyboard and RAM Shield

9. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer.

10. Route the AirPort antenna cable out of the slot in the RAM shield.

11. Locate the keyboard cable connector.

12. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases.

Important:

Note:

Pull straight up; do not twist or pull the cable sideways.

If necessary, use your fingers to pry up the connector from side to side.

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13. Install the replacement keyboard, RAM shield, and AirPort Extreme Card (if used).

Replacement Note:

and insert the lower end of the RAM shield in the keyboard well first.

Make sure the antenna cable fits into the slot in the RAM shield,

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Keyboard and RAM Shield

Make sure the replacement keyboard is firmly seated:

• Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.

• Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and insert

the tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening.

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Important:

against the edge of the opening.

• Lay the keyboard flat into the keyboard opening.

• Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of

the keyboard.

Make sure that all the tabs are seated and that the keyboard rests flush

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AirPort Extreme Card

Tools

The only tool required for this procedure is a small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Extreme Card is installed).

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Before you begin, remove the following:

• Battery

• Keyboard (but do not disconnect the keyboard cable)

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AirPort Extreme Card

Procedure

1. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the keyboard well to discharge any static electricity.

Important:

To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by

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2. Lift up the ﬂexible wire bracket that secures the card.

3. Use the pull-tab on the card to remove the card from the slot.

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AirPort Extreme Card

4. Detach the antenna cable from the AirPort Extreme Card.

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5. Install the replacement AirPort Extreme Card into the slot.

6. Plug the AirPort antenna cable connector into the port on the end of the replacement card. Make sure the connector is straight before inserting it into the card.

Use the wire bracket to secure the AirPort Extreme Card in place by inserting its prongs into the slots in the RAM shield.

Note:

If no replacement AirPort Extreme Card is to be installed, the antenna cable should

be routed as shown.

7. Reassemble and test the computer.

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AirPort Extreme Card

Memory Card

Warning: Memory cards come in various speciﬁcations. Only install memory cards that are approved for this computer.

Tools

The only tool required for this procedure is a small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Extreme Card is installed).

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Before you begin, remove the following:

• Battery

• Keyboard and RAM shield (but do not disconnect the keyboard cable)

• AirPort Extreme Card

Memory Card

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Procedure

1. Locate the installed memory card and brackets that secure the card on both sides.

2. Carefully spread the brackets away from the notches in the card until the card releases on each side.

3. Pull the card up and out of the memory slot.

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Memory Card

4. Align the notch in the replacement memory card with the small tab in the memory slot. Hold the card at a 30-degree angle, then push the card into the slot until it is ﬁrmly seated.

Note:

If you feel resistance when inserting the card, try pushing one side at a time.

5. Gently push the top of the card down until the brackets snap onto both sides of the memory card to lock it into place.

Warning: Apply gentle pressure to the memory card only. Pressing on nearby connectors or components can cause electrical damage.

6. Reassemble and test the computer.

Memory Card

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Bottom Case

Tools

• Soft cloth

• Torx T8 screwdriver or 2.0-mm hex driver

• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)

• #0 Phillips screwdriver

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Before you begin, remove the battery.

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Bottom Case

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iBook G4 (14-inch)

Take Apart

General Information

Overview

New Procedures

Tools

Serial Number Location

Battery

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Procedure

Foot and Foot Socket

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Procedure

Keyboard and RAM Shield

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Procedure

AirPort Extreme Card

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Procedure

Memory Card

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps

Procedure

Bottom Case

Tools

Part Location

Preliminary Steps