Apple IMAC G5 17 INCH Airport Extreme Card Replacement Instructions

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iMac G5

AirPort Extreme Card, 17-inch

Replacement Instructions

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

Note:

Online instructions are available at http://www.apple.com/support/doityourself/.

Tools Required

• Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver

Part Location

AirPort Extreme Card. Rev. C

Opening the Computer

1. Turn off your computer by choosing Shut Down from the Apple (K) menu.

2. Disconnect all cables, and unplug the power cord from your computer.

3. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of the
computer and slowly lay the computer face down as shown.

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4. Locate the three case screws circled below. Lift the metal foot to locate the middle
case screw.
assembly and cannot be removed.

5. Using the tool provided, or a Phillips #2 screwdriver, loosen the three captive screws.
Turn the screws to the left until they stop turning.

stop turning

Note:

These screws are captive; they are part of the display/bezel

Don’t force the screws once they

.

6. Holding the metal foot, tilt the back cover up and lift it off the computer.

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Removing the AirPort Extreme Card, 17-inch iMac

1.

Important:

of the computer to discharge any static electricity.

Warning: Always discharge static electricity before you touch any parts or
install any components inside the computer. To avoid generating static
electricity, do not walk around the room until you have finished installing the
part and closed the computer.

Ground yourself. Touch the metal surface (as shown below) on the inside

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