Apple IMAC FLAT PANEL Installation Instructions

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iMac (Flat Panel)

AirPort Card

Installation Instructions

Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could
damage your equipment and void its warranty.

Note:

Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at

http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.

Tools Required

The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips screwdriver.

Opening the Computer

1.

Warning: Always shut down your computer before opening it to avoid damaging
its internal components or causing injury.

2. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord.

3. Supporting the neck and the base, lay the computer down on a soft cloth (Figure 1).

Figure 1

4. Loosen the four captive screws at the base of the computer and gently remove the
access panel (Figure 2).

Figure 2

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Important:

metal 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.

5. Touch a metal surface inside the computer (Figure 3).

Figure 3

To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching

6.

Warning:
Loosening these screws could cause the computer to overheat and damage
internal components. Figure 4

7. Unplug the power cord.

Do not touch the screws on the bottom housing (Figure 4).

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