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iBook (Dual USB)
Updated May 3, 2005
© 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Keyboard
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.
Note:
Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.
Tools Required
• coin
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• 2.4 millimeter (mm) or 3/32-inch slotted (flat-blade) screwdriver
(if keyboard is locked)
• small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Card is installed)
Opening the Computer
1. Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2. Shut down your computer.
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening its case to avoid
damaging its internal components.
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.
Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may
result in data loss.
Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently
remove the battery.
(Figure 1)
Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer.
5. Turn over the computer.
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6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard.
Warning: The internal components of your iBook may be hot. If you have been
using your iBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting it down to let the internal
components cool before continuing.
7. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab to the left of the
Num Lock key
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.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left
of the F1 and F12 keys)
and toward the display.
(Figure 2)
, is not in the locked position. Your iBook comes with the
(Figure 3)
, then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly,
9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad.
10. 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 your installation and
closed the computer.
11. If your computer has the optional AirPort Card installed, unlatch the flexible wire
holder that secures the card.
Use the pull-tab on the card to remove it from the slot. (You do not need to
disconnect the antenna.)
To avoid scratching the computer’s case, place a soft cloth between the AirPort Card
and the surface of your iBook.
12. If an AirPort Card is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire holder to release the AirPort
Card antenna cable.
13. Remove the screws that secure the RAM shield.
(Figure 5)
To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by
(Figure 6)
(Figure 7)
(Figure 4)
14. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer. Carefully pulling up on the wire holder may
help to remove the shield.
(Figure 8)
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Removing the Keyboard
1. Locate the keyboard cable connector.
2. Pull up on the connector, from side to side if needed, to disconnect it from the
computer.
3. Remove the keyboard.
(Figure 9)
Installing the Keyboard
1. Lay the replacement keyboard in the correct orientation over the keyboard opening,
then flip it toward you and lay it face down on the palm rests and trackpad to expose its
connector cable.
2. Firmly insert the keyboard cable connector into its connector on the computer.
Closing the Computer
1. Insert the RAM shield.
Verify that the end of the wire of the wire holder (where it is attached to the RAM
shield, on the keyboard side) does not catch on the side of the compartment. The
screw holes on the shield and computer should align and the shield should lay
uniformly flat.
(Figure 10)
Verify that the AirPort antenna cable routes through the notch in the RAM shield
without pinching.
2. Replace the screws.
3. If you do not have an AirPort Card, flip down the wire holder over the AirPort Card
antenna cable and secure it by inserting the prongs of the holder into the slots in the
RAM shield.
4. If you have an AirPort Card, gently slide it (with the AirPort ID number and bar code
facing up) under the wire bracket and securely into the AirPort Card slot.
5. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the
slots in the RAM shield.
6. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.
7. Hold the keyboard at a
tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening.
(Figure 13)
Important:
flush against the edge of the opening
8. Lay the keyboard flat into the keyboard opening.
(Figure 11)
(Figure 12)
45-degree angle
Make sure that all the
above the keyboard opening, and insert the
tabs are seated
.
and that the
keyboard rests
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9. Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of the
keyboard.
10. Let go of the keyboard release tabs to secure the keyboard in place.
11. Close the display and turn the iBook over.
12. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a
coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place.
(Figure 14)
13. Turn your iBook over and open the display.
14. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart your
computer.
Note:
panel).
Warning: Never turn on your computer until it is fully reassembled. Operating
your computer with missing or unsecured parts can damage the computer or
cause injury.
(Figure 3)
You may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control
Apple Computer, Inc.
© 2001 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the
written consent of Apple.
The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commercial purposes
without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and
unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is accurate.
Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
Apple Computer, Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014-2084
USA
+ 1 408 996 1010
http://www.apple.com
Apple, the Apple logo, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
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iBook (Dual USB)
AirPort Card
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.
If you are adding an AirPort Card rather than replacing one, skip the section “Removing
the AirPort Card.”
Note:
Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.
Tools Required
• coin
• 2.4 millimeter (mm) or 3/32-inch slotted (flat-blade) screwdriver
(if keyboard is locked)
Opening the Computer
1. Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2. Shut down your computer.
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening its case to avoid
damaging its internal components.
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.
Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may
result in data loss.
Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently
remove the battery.
(Figure 1)
Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer.
5. Turn over the computer.
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6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard.
Warning: The internal components of your iBook may be hot. If you have been
using your iBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting it down to let the internal
components cool before continuing.
7. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab to the left of the
Num Lock key
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.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left
of the F1 and F12 keys)
and toward the display.
(Figure 2)
, is not in the locked position. Your iBook comes with the
(Figure 3)
, then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly,
9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad.
10. 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.
(Figure 5)
To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by
(Figure 4)
Removing the AirPort Card
1. Unlatch the flexible wire holder that secures the card.
2. Use the pull-tab on the card to remove it from the slot.
3. Disconnect the antenna cable from the AirPort Card by pulling straight back on its
connector.
(Figure 6)
Installing the AirPort Card
1. If the AirPort Card came with the AirPort adapter
and pull the AirPort Card (B) from the adapter (C). The adapter and metal clip are not
used with your iBook.
(Figure 7)
, remove the metal clip (A)
2. Locate the AirPort antenna cable connector and plug it into the port (located just
below the pull-tab) on the end of the AirPort Card. Make sure the connector is straight
before inserting it into the card.
3. To install the AirPort Card, gently slide it (with the AirPort ID number and bar code
facing up) under the wire bracket and securely into the AirPort Card slot.
4. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the
slots in the RAM shield.
(Figure 9)
(Figure 8)
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Closing the Computer
1. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.
2. Hold the keyboard at a
tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening.
(Figure 10)
Important:
flush against the edge of the opening
3. Lay the keyboard flat into the keyboard opening.
4. Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of the
keyboard.
5. Let go of the keyboard release tabs to secure the keyboard in place.
6. Close the display and turn the iBook over.
7. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a
coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place.
(Figure 11)
8. Turn your iBook over and open the display.
9. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart your
computer.
Note:
panel).
Make sure that all the
(Figure 3)
You may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control
45-degree angle
tabs are seated
above the keyboard opening, and insert the
and that the
.
keyboard rests
Warning: Never turn on your computer until it is fully reassembled. Operating
your computer with missing or unsecured parts can damage the computer or
cause injury.
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Apple Computer, Inc.
© 2001 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the
written consent of Apple.
The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commercial purposes
without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and
unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is accurate.
Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
Apple Computer, Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014-2084
USA
+ 1 408 996 1010
http://www.apple.com
Apple, the Apple logo, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
AirPort is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Memory (RAM)
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.
If you are adding memory rather than replacing it, skip the section “Removing the Memory
Card.”
Warning: When removing or installing a memory card, do not touch its gold
connectors. Handle the card only by the edges.
Note:
Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.
Tools Required
• coin
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• 2.4 millimeter (mm) or 3/32-inch slotted (flat-blade) screwdriver
(if keyboard is locked)
• small soft cloth (if an optional AirPort Card is installed)
Opening the Computer
1. Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2. Shut down your computer.
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening its case to avoid
damaging its internal components.
3. Disconnect the power cord and other cables connected to the computer.
4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the battery latch.
(Figure 1)
Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may
result in data loss.
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.
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5. Turn over the computer.
6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard.
Warning: The internal components of your iBook may be hot. If you have been
using your iBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting it down to let the internal
components cool before continuing.
7. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab to the left of the
Num Lock key
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.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left
of the F1 and F12 keys)
and toward the display.
(Figure 2)
, is not in the locked position. Your iBook comes with the
(Figure 3)
, then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly,
9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad.
10. 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 your installation and
closed the computer.
11. If your computer has the optional AirPort Card installed, unlatch the flexible wire
holder that secures the card.
Use the pull-tab on the card to remove it from the slot. (You do not need to
disconnect the antenna.)
To avoid scratching the computer’s case, place a soft cloth between the AirPort Card
and the surface of your iBook.
12. If an AirPort Card is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire holder to release the AirPort
Card antenna cable.
13. Remove the screws that secure the RAM shield.
(Figure 5)
To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by
(Figure 6)
(Figure 7)
(Figure 4)
14. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer. Carefully pulling up on the wire holder may
help to remove the shield.
(Figure 8)
Removing the Memory Card
1. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity
built up on your body.
2. Locate the RAM expansion slot.
(Figure 5)
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3. Remove the existing memory card.
Locate the brackets that secure the memory card on both sides. Carefully spread the
brackets apart until the card releases on each side. Pull the card up and out.
(Figure 9)
Installing the Memory Card
1. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity
built up on your body.
2. To install a memory card, line up the notch in the card with the small tab in the
memory slot. Hold the card at a
it is firmly seated.
Note:
If you feel resistance when inserting the card, try pushing one side at a time.
3. Gently push the top of the card down until the brackets snap onto both sides of the
memory card to lock it into place.
(Figure 5)
(Figure 10)
30-degree angle
(Figure 11)
, then push the card into the slot until
Closing the Computer
1. Insert the RAM shield.
Verify that the end of the wire of the wire holder (where it is attached to the RAM
shield, on the keyboard side) does not catch on the side of the compartment. The
screw holes on the shield and computer should align and the shield should lay
uniformly flat.
Verify that the AirPort antenna cable routes through the notch in the RAM shield
without pinching.
2. Replace the screws.
3. If you do not have an AirPort Card, flip down the wire holder over the AirPort Card
antenna cable and secure it by inserting the prongs of the holder into the slots in the
RAM shield.
4. If you have an AirPort Card, gently slide it (with the AirPort ID number and bar code
facing up) under the wire bracket and securely into the AirPort Card slot.
5. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the
slots in the RAM shield.
6. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.
7. Hold the keyboard at a
tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening.
(Figure 13)
(Figure 12)
(Figure 14)
45-degree angle
above the keyboard opening, and insert the
Important:
flush against the edge of the opening. (Figure 15)
8. Lay the keyboard flat into the keyboard opening.
Make sure that all the
tabs are seated
and that the
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9. Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of the
keyboard.
10. Let go of the keyboard release tabs to secure the keyboard in place.
11. Close the display and turn the iBook over.
12. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a
coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place.
(Figure 16)
13. Turn your iBook over and open the display.
14. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart your
computer.
Note:
panel).
Warning: Never turn on your computer until it is fully reassembled. Operating
your computer with missing or unsecured parts can damage the computer or
cause injury.
(Figure 3)
You may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control
Apple Computer, Inc.
© 2001 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the
written consent of Apple.
The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commercial purposes
without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and
unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is accurate.
Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
Apple Computer, Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014-2084
USA
+ 1 408 996 1010
http://www.apple.com
Apple, the Apple logo, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Bottom Case
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain ho w to replace the bottom case on the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
• Soft cloth
• Torx T8 screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the battery.
Procedure
1. Place the computer upside down on a soft cloth.
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2.
Important:
slip out of the screw head during removal.
Remove the three screws.
3. Using a black stick, peel up the three rubber feet from the metal sockets.
To avoid damaging the case, be careful that the screwdriver tip does not
Note: When reassembling the computer, do not reuse the feet. Install three new
rubber feet.
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4. Remove the three Phillips screws from the metal sockets.
5. Use a black stick to lift out the metal sockets.
Note: When reassembling the computer, note that the metal sockets are keyed.
Rotate them until they sit flat against the bottom case.
6. Remove the two Phillips screws next to the battery connector.
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7. Note the locations of the slots on the bottom case. The computer frame has tabs that
fit into slots within the bottom case (six tabs in front; two on each side; three in back).
When using a black stick to pry off the bottom case, it helps to know where the slots
are as you free the tabs from the slots.
8. In the battery compartment, lift up the corner of the bottom case, and use a black stick
to gently pry up the slot from the inner tabs on the frame.
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9. Starting at the battery compartment, use a black stick to carefully pry up the bottom
case from the computer.
10. The bottom case fits snugly. Use moderate force to remove the remaining tabs from
the slots.
11. When all tabs have been freed from the slots, lift up the bottom case.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, be careful not to pinch any cables as
you press the bottom case back onto the computer. Check that the bottom case
shows no raised surfaces and is fully snapped into place before installing the
remaining screws, sockets, and feet.
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12. If you are replacing any additional parts at this time, remove the two springs from the
battery compartment so they do not fall out and get lost.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs in
the battery connector are in place before installing the bottom case. Each
spring has a plastic cap on one end. The cap should fit securely on the spring,
and the curved side of the cap should be positioned against the inner frame.
13. Install the replacement bottom case, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Bottom Shield
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the bottom shield in the iBook (Dual
USB) computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the five identical Phillips screws from the
bottom case.
2. Peel up, but do not remove, the three pieces of yellow tape.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape to secure the
replacement bottom shield.
3. Using a black stick, peel up—but do not remove—the two strips of foil tape from the
bottom shield.
4.
Warning: Do not bend the bottom shield.
being careful where it might catch on the tape.
Lift the bottom shield off the computer,
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5.
Note:
The two springs in the battery connector can become loose. When
reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs in the battery connector
are in place before installing the bottom case. Each spring might have grease on the
coils, and each has a plastic cap on one end. Make sure the cap fits securely on the
spring, and the curved side of the cap is positioned against the inner frame.
6. Install the replacement bottom shield, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Fan
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the fan in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Bottom shield
Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the single screw from the fan bracket.
Note:
Reserve the screw for the replacement fan.
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2. Lift the fan and bracket from the computer, and use a black stick to disconnect the
connector from the logic board.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, tuck in the cable underneath the
replacement fan bracket.
3. Install the replacement fan, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Top Case
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the top case on the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
• Soft cloth
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Metal paper clip
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Keyboard
• AirPort Card
• Bottom case
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth and the bottom shield facing up, remo ve f our scre ws,
as shown.
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2. Turn over the computer. Using a black stick, pry up the sides of the trackpad cable
connector to release the trackpad cable.
3. Remove the three identical screws from the keyboard well.
4. Using a black stick, pry up the magnet. Then remove the screw beneath it.
Note: When reassembling the computer, note that the screw beneath the magnet is
smaller than the other three screws. Be sure to install the magnet over the screw.
5. Peel up the speak er wire tape, b ut make sure that the speak er wire beneath it remains
in place. Set aside the speaker wire tape.
Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the speaker wire tape.
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6. Using a straightened paper clip, open the optical drive.
7. Turn over the computer, and remove the small screw near the DC connector.
8. Completely slide out the optical drive tray, and then slide in the side rail until you can
access the small screw above the drive. Remove the screw.
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9.
Warning: When performing this step, make sure the speaker cable and power
switch cable are not strained.
Starting near the speaker end of the top case, lift up the top case near the
keyboard well. Tilt the top case so that it clears the DC connector.
Tilt the top case up away from the computer latch, and use a black stick to separate
the top case from the battery compartment.
10. With the top case loosened, note how the speaker cable is routed.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, ensure that the shrink tubing section of the
speaker cable sticks to the top shield and is routed as shown.
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11. Disconnect the power switch cable connector from the logic board.
12. Disconnect the speaker cable connector from the logic board.
13. Remove the top case from the computer.
Note:
When installing the replacement top case, make sure you attach the
case over the DC connector first. Then connect the power switch cable
connector followed by the speaker cable connector. Do not strain the cables.
14. Install the replacement top case, and reassemble and test the computer.
Warning: When reassembling the computer, be careful not to pinch any cables
as you press the top case back onto the computer. Check that the top case
shows no raised surfaces and is fully snapped into place before installing the
remaining screws.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Top Shield
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the top shield in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the 12 Phillips screws:
• four large identical screws
• one medium-sized screw
• six small identical screws
• one tiny screw
2. Using a black stick, carefully peel up, but do not remove, the two foil strips and three
pieces of tape.
Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the foil and tape to secure the
replacement top shield.
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3.
Warning: Do not bend the top shield.
careful where it might catch on the highlighted areas shown.
Lift the top shield off the computer, being
4. Install the replacement top shield, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
I/O Bezel
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the I/O bezel in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Bottom shield
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the two screws from the I/O bezel.
2. Tilt down the I/O bezel and remove it from the computer frame.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, make sure that the
and fits over all ports.
I/O bezel
is level
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3. Install the replacement I/O bezel, and reassemble and test the computer.
Note:
When installing the replacement I/O bezel, make sure the bezel shield
fits over the fabric tape on the underside of the logic board, as shown below.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Hard Drive
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the hard drive in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
• Torx T8 screwdriver
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the location of the hard drive and how the
ribbon cable is routed.
2. Warning: If the ribbon cable connector is pulled up unevenly, some connector
pins could become bent and damaged.
Using even force, pull the looped handle straight up to disconnect the ribbon
cable from the connector at the side of the hard drive.
Note:
When installing the ribbon cable at the side of the replacement drive,
this connector is labeled "TO MAIN BOARD" on the ribbon cable.
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3. Lift up the fabric tape to release the microphone cable.
Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape to secure the microphone
cable to the replacement drive.
4. From the corner bracket, tilt up the hard drive, and slide it out from under the
microphone cable.
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5. Warning: Handle the hard drive at the sides only. Do not touch or press
anywhere else on the drive.
Warning: If the ribbon cable connector is pulled out unevenly, some connector
pins could become bent and damaged.
Using even force,
connector on the end of the hard drive.
Note:
When installing the ribbon cable to the end of the replacement drive,
this connector is labeled "TO HDD" on the ribbon cable.
pull the looped handle to disconnect the ribbon cable from the
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6. Holding the drive by the corners as shown, pull off the side rails (with grommets
attached).
Note: When reassembling the computer, transfer the side brackets (including the
grommets) to the replacement hard drive so the grommets fit over the screw heads.
7. Install the replacement hard drive, and reassemble and test the computer.
Note:
Each connector on the ribbon cable is labeled for reinstallation.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Modem
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the modem in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
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Procedure
1. Warning: When removing the modem, be careful not to strain the cable.
With the computer on a soft cloth, note the routing of the LVDS (low voltage data
signal) cable that is taped to the modem sleeve.
Without straining the LVDS cable, peel off the clear tape and carefully move the
cable aside.
2.
Important:
strain or remove the cable.
With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the two screws from the modem.
Although the image below shows the LVDS cable removed, do not
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3.
Important:
strain or remove the cable.
Tilt up the end of the modem to disconnect it from the logic board.
4. Disconnect the 2-pin connector cable from the modem, and remove the modem from
the computer.
Note:
cable to the modem sleeve. (Refer to the Display Module procedure.)
Although the image below shows the LVDS cable removed, do not
When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape that secures the flat LVDS
5. Install the replacement modem, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Display Module
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the display module in the iBook (Dual
USB) computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the routing of the black microphone cable.
Disconnect the microphone cable from the logic board and release the cable from the
black fabric tape on the hard drive.
2. Pull up the flexible tab to disconnect the LVDS (lo w v oltage data signal) cab le from the
logic board.
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3. Peel the tape off of the optical drive, and disconnect the flat backlight cable from the
logic board.
4. Remove the screw securing the flat section of the LVDS cable.
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5. Warning: To prevent damage, support the back of the display while performing
this step.
Remove the tape that secures the LVDS cable to the modem sleeve.
Remove the screw at each display hinge.
6. Warning: When lifting the display, be careful not to strain the cables.
Tilt the display up off the computer.
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7. Warning: Do not tug on the remaining cables. Make sure the cable insulation is
not torn or damaged.
Using a black stick, carefully release the remaining length of the LVDS cable and the
microphone cable from the computer.
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8. Install the replacement display module, and reassemble and test the computer.
Note:
When guiding the display cables into place, make sure that they are
routed as shown below.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Optical Drive
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain ho w to replace the optical driv e in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Note:
Depending on the configuration of a customer’s computer, the optical drive can be
a CD-ROM drive, a CD-R W drive , a DVD-ROM drive, or a combination CD-RW/DVD-R OM
drive. The replacement instructions are the same no matter which optical drive is installed.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Bottom shield
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the location of the optical drive and the routing
of the ribbon cable.
2. Tilt up the computer, and remove the two screws beneath the optical drive.
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3. Note the routing of the flat power cable across the underside of the optical drive .Lift up
the tape from the flat power cable.
4. Tilt back the computer, and on the other side of the optical drive, loosen the tape
holding the backlight cable to the optical drive. Do not disconnect the backlight cable.
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5. Warning: Handle the optical drive at the sides only. Do not touch or press
anywhere else on the drive.
Without straining the ribbon cable, slide out the optical drive part way and tilt it up and
away from the computer.
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6.
Important:
disconnect the ribbon cable from the hard drive.
Remove the two screws holding the cable bracket to the optical drive.
7. Remove the cable bracket.
Note:
replacement drive.
Contrary to the images shown on this page, it is not necessary to
When reassembling the computer, transfer the cable bracket to the
8. Disconnect the ribbon cable.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, transfer the ribbon cable to the
replacement drive. The connector is labeled "TO CD-ROM" on the ribbon cable.
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9. Remove the two screws that hold the mounting bracket to the optical drive.
Important:
replacement drive.
10. Remove the drive door and install it on the replacement optical drive, as described in
the next section.
11. Install the replacement optical drive, and reassemble and test the computer.
Note:
side tabs, as shown below.
When reassembling the computer, transfer the mounting bracket to the
When installing the replacement optical drive, slide it in under the two
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Transferring the Drive Door
This section shows how to remove the drive door from the optical drive so you can attach
it to the replacement optical drive. The drive door is attached differently on each type of
optical drive. Refer to the optical drive description that matches the configuration of the
customer’s computer.
CD-ROM Drive Door
1. On the underside of the drive, remove the single black #0 Phillips screw from the CD
drive door.
2. Press on the wide tab, and pull that end of the door away from the drive.
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3. Release the tab at the other end of the door, and pull the door straight up to free it
from the drive.
CD-RW Drive Door
1. Using the pointed tip of a black stick, lift up the tab to loosen one end of the door.
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2. At the other end of the door, use the flat end of the black stick to pry off the other end
of the door.
3. Use the flat end of the black stick to detach the middle tab and remove the door.
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DVD-ROM Drive Door
1. Remove the two black #0 Phillips screws from the DVD drive door.
2. Gently tilt the door away from the screw holes to release the hooks underneath that
hold the door in place.
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Combination CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Door
1. On the underside of the drive, notice the tabs near each end of the drive door.
2. Using the pointed end of a black stick, press the recessed middle of the smaller tab,
and loosen that end of the door.
3. Press the wider tab, and pull the door off of the drive.
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iBook (Dual USB)
DC Board
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the DC board in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Bottom shield
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
• Optical drive
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, disconnect the flat power cable from the underside
of the logic board.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, make sure the flat power cable is
taped to the underside of the optical drive, as shown below.
2. Remove the single screw from the DC board.
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3. Tilt up the computer and note the routing of the flat power cable across the underside
of the inner frame.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, make sure that the power cable
adheres to the channel under the frame and that the cable lies flat.
4. Install the replacement DC board, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Logic Board
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the logic board in the iBook (Dual USB)
computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided
compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Bottom shield
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
• I/O bezel
• Display module
• Modem
Note:
The list above shows the parts that must be removed to access the logic board. For
clarity of an image, sometimes the pictures indicate that additional parts have been
removed; however, it is only necessary to remove the parts shown in this list.
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Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the location of the sleep light board connected
to the logic board and outer frame.
2. Using a black stick, disconnect the sleep light board connector from the logic board.
3. Remove the screw from the reset button board, and disconnect the connector from the
logic board.
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4. Remove the two screws holding the vent cover to the heat spreader.
5. Remove the remaining screw at the heat spreader plate.
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6. Tilt up the heat spreader and lift it off the logic board and out of the frame.
7. Turn over the frame, and remove the following:
• Fabric tape at ports
• Two logic board screws
• Two battery connector screws
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Note:
replacement logic board includes:
• Fabric tape at ports
• Kapton tape at battery connector
• Thermal transfer pad covering the large chip
Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure that you transfer the following
items from the original logic board to the top of the replacement logic board:
• Memory card(s)
• Strip of foil tape extending from the top of the Ethernet port, over the top of the
8.
Warning:
damage, do not flex the board.
Lifting the logic board at the battery connector, tilt up the logic board to remove it
from the frame.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, make sure that the underside of the
modem port, and folding down the side of the modem port
Flexing the logic board can break solder joints to components. To prevent
When installing the replacement logic board into the frame, make sure
that it snaps under the highlighted tab.
9. Install the replacement logic board, and reassemble and test the computer.
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iBook (Dual USB)
LCD Panel
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the LCD (liquid crystal display) panel in
the iBook (Dual USB) computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• Torx T6 screwdriver or 5/32 hex driver
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the LCD panel assembly, use a tray with
divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Replacement Note:
reused, use new Kapton tape (Apple part number 922-5025).
If the tape you remove from this assembly is worn and cannot be
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
• Display module
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Procedure
1. With the display module lying face up on a soft cloth, use either a 5/32 hex driver or a
Torx T6 screwdriver to remove the four 8-mm long screws (two on each side) from the
display housing.
2. Using a black stick, pry up the bezel from the display housing. Carefully work the black
stick around the outer perimeter and corners of the bezel.
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3.
Warning: When lifting the assembly, be careful not to strain the cables.
With the bezel assembly loosened, grasp the display clutch and raise the assembly
off of the display housing.
4. Place the display assembly face down on a soft cloth.
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5. Notice the U-shaped notches on the sides of the bezel.
6. Remove the four 3-mm long Phillips screws (two on each side) from the display shield.
(Carefully move aside any cables or tape that partially block access to the screws.)
7. Peel up the foil tape that holds the LCD cable to the LCD shield.
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8. Peel up the tape if it covers the two screws at the clutch. Remove the two 11-mm long
Phillips screw s.
9. Peel up the tape that anchors the folded mesh strip of the LCD cable to the shield.
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10. Loosen the remaining tape that secures the shield to the assembly. Remove the
shield.
11. On the back of the LCD panel, grasp both sides of the LCD connector, and gently rock
and pull the connector to disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD panel.
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12. At the other end of the LCD cable, remove the tape from the bottom edge of the LCD
panel.
13.
Warning: When lifting the LCD panel, be careful not to strain the inverter cable.
Carefully lift up the LCD panel, pivoting it where it is still connected to the inverter by
the 2-pin inverter connector.
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14. Disconnect the inverter cable from the inverter board at CN2 and remove the LCD
panel.
Replacement Note:
and tucked into the space on the inner side of the bezel before assembling the
display module.
If the inverter cable is short, as shown, make sure it is looped
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15. Install the replacement LCD panel, and reassemble and test the computer.
Replacement Note:
cable is routed as shown, lays flat, and does not touch the LCD shield.
For an LCD panel that has a long inverter cable, make sure the
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iBook (Dual USB)
Display Clutch Cover
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the display clutch cover in the iBook
(Dual USB) computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• Torx T6 screwdriver or 5/32 hex driver
• #0 Phillips screwdriver
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Note:
To organize the screws you remove from the display assembly, use a tray with
divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
• Display module
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2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Updated: 2002-02-27
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Procedure
1. With the display module lying face up on a soft cloth, use either a 5/32 hex driver or a
Torx T6 screwdriver to remove the f our 8-mm long screws (tw o on each side) from the
display housing.
2. Using a black stick, pry up the bezel from the display housing. Carefully work the black
stick around the outer perimeter and corners of the bezel.
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3.
Warning: When lifting the assembly, be careful not to strain the cables.
With the bezel assembly loosened, grasp the display clutch cover and raise the
assembly off of the display housing.
4. Place the display assembly face down on a soft cloth.
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5. Peel up the tape if it covers the two screws at the clutch. Remove the two 11-mm long
Phillips screw s.
6. Tilt up the display assembly and pull straight down on the display clutch cover.
Note: There are two small, thin, plastic clutch caps that slide into the ends of the
clutch cover. The clutch caps might fall off as you remove the clutch cover. Be careful
not to lose the clutch caps.
Note: The clutch caps are mirror images of each other. There is a right clutch cap
and a left clutch cap. Note the positioning of the clutch caps on the display clutch
cover. The image below shows the left clutch cap installed.
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7. Install the replacement display clutch cover, and reassemble and test the computer.
Warning: When installing the replacement clutch cover, be careful not to strain
or pinch the cables. Make sure they fit easily into the recessed area on both
ends of the clutch cover.
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Replacement Note: When installing the replacement clutch cover, hold the cables
and clutch cap in place as you slide the clutch cover over them.
Make sure the clutch cap on each side of the clutch cover is firmly seated before
installing the two screws.
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iBook (Dual USB)
Inverter Board
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the inverter board in the iBook (Dual
USB) computer.
Tools
• Soft cloth
• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool)
Replacement Note:
reused, use new Kapton tape (Apple part number 922-5025).
If the tape you remove from this assembly is worn and cannot be
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
• Battery
• Bottom case
• Keyboard
• Airport Card
• Top case
• Top shield
• Display module
• LCD panel
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Procedure
1. With the bezel assembly lying on a soft cloth, disconnect the data cable from the right
end of the inverter board at CN1.
2. Using a black stick, peel up the pieces of tape.
Replacement Note: Note the position of the inverter board and cables for the
installation of the replacement inverter board.
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3.
Warning: When lifting the inverter board, be careful not to pinc h the cab les that
are routed above the board.
Use a black stick to pry up the inverter board.
Replacement Note:
sided tape on each end of the board. Use new double-sided tape when installing the
replacement inverter board.
The inverter board is held to the bezel assembly with double-
4. Install the replacement inverter board, and reassemble and test the computer.
Replacement Note: Make sure the left corner of the replacement inverter board
aligns with the raised L-shaped guide in the bezel assembly. Make sure the
replacement inverter board does not cover or pinch any cables.
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