Apple MacBook Instruction Manual

 MacBook (13-inch)

Hard Drive

Replacement Instructions

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

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

Note: These instructions apply to dierent models of the MacBook (13-inch) portable computer.
While some models may look slightly dierent from the one shown in the illustrations, the steps

for all models are the same.

Backing Up Your Data

Warning: Before replacing your hard drive, make sure you back up all data on the drive.

Tools Required

The following tools are required:

Clean, soft, lint-free cloth

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Coin

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Phillips #1 screwdriver (preferably with a long handle)

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Sti, plastic, nonmagnetic card (such as a library card)

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Opening the Computer

Shut down the computer.

1.

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.

Wait 30 minutes to allow the computer’s internal components to cool.

2.

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

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Unplug the power cord.

4.

Warning: The power supply in your computer is a high-voltage component and should

not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is o. If the power supply needs

service, contact your Apple reseller or Apple Authorized Service Provider.

Turn over the computer and place it on a soft cloth.

5.

Use a coin to release the battery latch. Turn the coin a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the

6.
battery.

Lift out the battery from the battery bay.

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Touch a metal surface inside the battery bay to discharge any static electricity.

8.

Important: Always discharge static 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 nished working and closed the computer.

Removing the Hard Drive

Note: Before you can remove the hard drive, you must remove the battery and RAM door.

Loosen—but do not try to remove—the three captive screws along the RAM door.

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