Apple MacBook Pro 15 early 2008 Service Manual
Service Source
MacBook Pro
(15-inch Early 2008)
26 February 2008
© 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
Service Source
MacBook Pro
(15-inch Early 2008)
26 February 2008
© 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
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MacBook Pro
(15-inch Early 2008)
Contents
Basics
General Information 7
Take Apart
Foot 15
Battery 18
Memory 20
Replacement Procedure 23
Top Case 25
Keyboard 38
Replacement Procedure 45
AirPort Extreme Card 50
Bluetooth Card 53
Bluetooth Antenna 56
Infrared Board 59
Hard Drive 63
Replacement Procedure 68
Optical Drive 72
Handling Slot-Load Optical Drives 75
Replacement Procedure 78
Removing a Stuck Disc from an Optical Drive 79
Backup Battery 81
Left Ambient Light Sensor 85
Right ALS Dust Cover 88
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Fans 90
To remove the left fan: 91
To remove the right fan: 93
Logic Board 96
Battery Cable Assembly 105
Heatsink 108
Thermal Sensors 110
Speakers 113
To remove the left speaker: 114
To remove the right speaker: 115
Left I/O Board 118
ExpressCard Cage 124
Bottom Case 125
Display Assembly 127
Replacement Procedure 131
Adjustments
Latch Adjustment 133
Troubleshooting
General Information 137
Wire and Flex Cables 137
Microphone and Camera wires 138
Hardware Diagnostics 138
Troubleshooting Aids and Tips 140
MacBook Pro Firmware Updates 141
Software Troubleshooting Tips and Tools 142
Troubleshooting Steps 144
Hardware Symptoms 147
How to Use the Symptom Charts 147
Startup 14 7
AirPort Extreme 153
Battery 154
Bluetooth 157
Display 157
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ExpressCard/34 159
Hard Drive 159
Apple Remote 161
Infrared Board 162
Built-in iSight Camera 162
Keyboard 164
Microphone 165
Modem (External) 165
Optical Drive 166
Ports 168
MagSafe Power Adapter 169
Sound 170
Trackpad 171
Video 172
Miscellaneous Symptoms 173
Architecture 176
Views
Exploded View 178
Screw Chart 179-181
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Basics
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008)
© 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
Product View
General Information
Overview
The MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) ushers in a fourth generation of Apple’s Intel-based
professional notebook computers. Based on the new Intel Penryn chip, the architecture supports
three clock speeds: 2.4GHz with a 3MB Shared L2 cache, 2.5GHz with a 6MB Shared L2 cache, and
a congured-to-order 2.6GHz with a 6MB Shared L2 cache, the latter two with 512MB of VRAM.
Two new larger hard drive sizes include 200GB/7200 RPM and 300GB/4200RPM.
This Leopard-native MacBook Pro incorporates the user-friendly multi-touch trackpad with pinch,
swipe and rotate features. New Broadcomm-based communications include an 802.11n Airport
card with 2-wire antenna and a Bluetooth 2.1 module.
At a glance, new keyboard icons (like the iMac and MacBook Air keyboard layout) dierentiate
this MacBook Pro from previous MacBook Pro 15-inch models. By becoming nearly Halogen-free,
this line continues Apple’s commitment to a “Greener Apple.”
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 7
Main service and feature differences among 15-inch MacBook Pro models:
MacBook Pro
(15-inch Early 2008)
Intro Date February 26, 2008 June 5, 2007 / Nov 1, 2007 October 24, 2006 January 10, 2006
Micro-
2.5/2.4GHz Penryn, plus
processor
L2 Cache 6MB / 3MB shared (1:1) 4MB shared (1:1) 4MB shared (1:1) 2MB shared (1:1)
Bus Speed 800 MHz 800 MHz 667 MHz 667 MHz
Max RAM 4 GB 4 GB 3 GB 2 GB
Drive(s)
Graphics
Display LED backlight LED Backlight CCFL Backlight CCFL Backlight
Optical
2.6GHz CTO option
Hard
200GB, 5400 rpm , (2.2)
250GB, 5400 rpm (2.4)
200GB, 7200 rp m (c to )
NVIDIA GeForce
Chip
8600M GT
8x DVD Dual Layer
Drive
Superdrive
MacBook Pro
(15-inch 2.4/2.2GHz +
Late 2007 2.6GHz CTO*)
2.4/2.2GHz Core 2 Duo +
*2.6GHz CTO (Late 2007)
120GB, 5400 rp m (2.2)
160GB, 5400 rpm (2.4)
200GB, 4200 rpm (ct o)
160GB, 7200 rp m (c to )
*250GB, 5400 rpm (ct o)
*200GB, 7200 rpm (ct o)
NVIDIA GeForce
8600M GT
8x DVD Dual Layer
SuperDrive
MacBook Pro
(15-inch Core 2 Duo)
MacBook Pro
(original 15-inch &
15-inch Glossy)
2.33/2.16GHz
Core 2 Duo
120GB, 5400 rp m (2.16)
160GB, 5400 rpm (2.33)
200GB, 4200 rpm (ct o)
ATI x1600 ATI x1600
6x DVD Dual Layer
Superdrive
2.16/2.0/1.83GHz
Core Duo
80GB, 5400 rpm (1.83)
100GB, 5400 rpm (2.0)
120GB, 5400 rp m (2.16)
100GB, 7200 rp m (c to )
4x DVD Superdrive
New Parts and Procedures
AirPort Card
A new 802.11n Broadcomm AirPort card uses two antenna wires instead of three. Note that the
card may have a Kapton shield covering as shown below.
Bluetooth 2.1
A new Broadcomm-based Bluetooth module upgrades the to Bluetooth 2.1.
USB Ports
USB ports are now high-current (1.1 amp) ports.
Halogen-free Components
New, environmentally friendly Halogen-free materials tend to be stier and less pliable, and thus
require careful handling to avoid damage.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 8
Keyboard Changes
The new keyboard layout on the MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) dierentiates it from all
previous 15-inch MacBook Pro models.
MacBook Pro (15-inch original, Core 2 Duo and 2.4/2.2GHz) keyboard
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) keyboard
New keyboard features
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 9
Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad
Use the trackpad to move the pointer and to scroll, tap, double-tap, and drag. How far the pointer
moves on screen is aected by how quickly you move your nger across the trackpad. To move
the pointer a short distance, move your nger slowly across the trackpad; the faster you move
your nger, the farther the pointer moves. To ne-tune the tracking speed and set other trackpad
options, choose Apple > System Preferences, click Keyboard & Mouse, and then click Trackpad.
Existing trackpad tips and shortcuts
Forward deleting• deletes characters to the right of the insertion point. Pressing the Delete
key deletes characters to the left of the insertion point.
To forward delete, hold down the Function (fn) key while you press the Delete key.
Secondary clicking• or “right-clicking” lets you access shortcut menu commands.
To secondary click, place two ngers on the trackpad while clicking the trackpad button. If
Tap to Click is enabled, just tap two ngers on the trackpad.
You can also secondary click by holding down the Control key while you click.
Two-ngerscrolling• lets you drag to scroll quickly up, down, or sideways in the active window.
This option is on by default.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 10
New trackpad gestures: pinching, rotating and swiping
The following trackpad gestures work in certain applications, such as Preview or iPhoto. For more
information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for “trackpad.”
Two-ngerpinching• lets you zoom in or out on PDFs, images, photos, and more.
Two-ngerrotating• lets you rotate photos, pages, and more.
Three-ngerswiping• lets you rapidly page through documents, move to the previous or next
photo, and more.
Note: Using a multi-page document in Preview will allow you to practice all three features.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 11
Serial Number and Ethernet ID
The Serial Number and Ethernet ID are located in the battery bay.
Tools
The takeapart procedure for the MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) requires the following tools:
Clean non-marring work surface•
ESD wrist strap and mat•
Multi-compartment screw tray (such as a plastic ice cube tray)•
#0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)•
#1 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)•
Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized)•
4 mm socket wrench•
Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic at-blade tool•
Razor knife•
Needle-point metal probe•
Needlenose pliers•
Tweezers•
Kapton tape (922-1731) (0.5-inch x 12-yard roll)•
Thermal grease (922-7144)•
Gasket kit (076-1279)•
Alcohol pads•
Fine-point felt-tip permanent marker•
Apple Pro keyboard and mouse (for troubleshooting)•
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Display Takeapart
The MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) continues the whole display clamshell solution as the
replacement part for any display failures or components contained within the clamshell.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Use a properly grounded ESD wrist strap and mat when working on the inside of the computer.
Service Manual Note
In this manual, graphics or photos are intended to help illustrate procedures or information only,
and may show dierent levels of disassembly, board colors, congurations, or computer models,
than your computer.
Kapton® Tape Note
Kapton tape is used to secure cables and connectors where necessary.
During disassembly, note any Kapton tape use and locations—reapply in the same manner. Do
not over apply or build up tape on top of old tape; space tolerances are tight and build up or
extraneous use of tape may cause pressure on other components.
Cable Routing Note
With the MacBook Pro’s one-inch enclosure height, the placement of parts and wiring is critical.
During disassembly, note cable routing. Reassemble in the same manner. Verify that cables do
not route over components when they should route into lower positions or channels. Verify that
the cables are not strained or applying pressure onto other components.
Screw Measurement Note
All screw measurements given are the specied full length. Actual measured lengths may vary.
Temperature Concerns
The customer may perceive this system to run hotter than previous models. However, the normal
operating temperature is well within national and international safety standards. Still, customers
may be concerned about the heat generated by their machine. To prevent an unnecessary repair,
you can compare a customer’s computer to a running model, if available, at your repair site.
For more information on temperature concerns and customer perception, refer to Knowledge
Base article 30612: ApplePortables:OperatingTemperature.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Basics— General Information 13
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Take Apart
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008)
© 2008 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
Foot
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
Foot kit•
Tweezers or needlenose pliers•
Soft cloth•
Preliminary Step
Before you begin, check the foot location that needs replacement and verify that the case plug is
attached. Also verify that the case plug, and the case foot in the kit, match the pictures below.
Plug Area on Bottom Case Matching Foot Action
Missing case plug Not available for replacement Replace the bottom case, or
send to Apple Repair Center.
Case plug Case foot Continue with the procedure,
matching the foot to the plug
on the bottom case.
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Procedure
Warning: The glue used in this procedure can bond instantly to skin. Do not touch the glue.
In the event of contact, review the safety instructions at the end of this document. For
additional information, refer to the glue manufacturer:
Elmer’s Products, Inc.
Columbus, OH. 43215-3799
www.krazyglue.com
Place the computer upside down on a clean, lint-free cloth or other nonabrasive surface.1.
Select a foot from the kit. Verify that the case plug and case foot match (refer to the images 2.
shown in the table). Do not use a foot that does not match.
Make sure the plug area on the bottom case is clean. If any portion of the soft rubber foot 3.
remains, remove it so that only the hard plastic plug is visible.
Important: When positioning the foot, make sure the indents and bumps of the rubber foot
match up and t into the corresponding indents and bumps in the plug. This ensures a
balanced and level tting. (Note: The picture below may be a dierent foot than on the
computer, and is for illustration only.)
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4. Warning: GLUE IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. BONDS SKIN INSTANTLY. Do not touch the
glue at any time. Before opening the glue, review the safety instructions at the end of
this document.
Important: The glue tube included in the kit is sealed until rst use. Do not break the seal
until you are ready to use the glue. To break the seal, hold the tube upright and away from
you. Place the hollow nozzle cap on the tube and tighten it all the way down. The tube is
then ready to dispense the glue through the nozzle cap.
Apply one drop of glue to the plug on the bottom case. Do not spread the glue.5.
Using tweezers or needlenose pliers, carefully position the new foot so its textured surface 6.
ts into the inner ring of the plug.
Using the end of the tweezers or pliers—not your nger—lightly press and hold the foot in 7.
place for 30 seconds.
Before turning over the computer, allow the glue to set for at least 15 minutes.8.
Discard the tube of glue.9.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: GLUE IS AN EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. BONDS SKIN
INSTANTLY. Contains ethyl cyanoacrylate. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If eye or mouth
contact occurs, hold eyelid or mouth open and rinse thoroughly but gently with water only for 15
minutes and GET MEDICAL ATTENTION. Liquid glue will sting eye temporarily. Solidied glue
may irritate eye like a grain of sand and should be treated by an eye doctor. If skin bonding occurs,
soak in acetone-based nail polish remover or warm soapy water and carefully peel or roll skin
apart (do not pull). Contact through clothing may cause skin burn. If spilled on clothing, ush with
cold water. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. KEEP OUT OF
REACH OF CHILDREN.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Foot 17
Battery
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
Clean non-marring work surface•
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 before continuing.
Part Location
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Battery 18
Procedure
Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down before
performing this procedure.
Shut down the computer.1.
Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected to the computer.2.
Place the computer face down.3.
Slide both battery latches away and lift the battery out of the battery bay.4.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Battery 19
Memory
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
#0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)•
Clean non-marring work surface•
ESD wrist strap and mat•
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
Batter• y
Part Location
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Memory 20
Procedure
Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down before
performing this procedure.
Place the computer face down.1.
Remove the three Phillips screws from the memory door. 2.
Remove the door, as shown. 3.
Notes:
• If only one memory card is installed, the factory installs it in the bottom memory slot.
• Memory must be removed from the top slot before removing from the bottom slot.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Memory 21
To remove memory cards, carefully spread the two locking tabs for the slot (top or bottom) 4.
away from the card on both sides and allow the card to pop up slightly.
Pull the card straight back and out of the memory slot. Handle the memory card by the 5.
edges only, taking care not to touch the gold contacts.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Memory 22
Replacement Procedure
Notes:
DDR memory cards do not t in this slot, only DDR2 (dierent notch location).•
If installing two cards, install the rst card into the bottom slot before the top slot. •
Align the notch in the memory card with the tooth in the slot before inserting.•
To install memory cards, insert them at a 30-degree angle. ‘1.
Note: Insert the bottom card behind the locking tabs of the top slot.
Firmly push the card straight into the slot until it is fully and securely seated along its length. 2.
Note: If the back of the card drops down before it is fully seated, raise it up enough to push
it fully into the slot.
When the card is fully seated, push the card straight down until the tabs click onto both 3.
sides of the card, locking it into place.
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Verify that the card is fully seated by pushing rmly with your thumbs. 4.
Check that the cards are secured by the brackets on both sides.5.
Install the memory door.6.
Replace the battery.7.
Use Apple System Proler to verify that the memory is recognized. (Choose the menu 8.
bar Apple logo () > About This Mac, click More Info..., select the System Prole tab,
open the Memory Overview.)
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Top Case
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
#0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)•
Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized)•
Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) or other non-conductive nylon or plastic at-blade tool•
Multi-compartment screw tray (such as a plastic ice cube tray)•
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
Battery•
Memory Door•
Part Location
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Procedure
Notes:
If replacing the top case, once the top case is removed, use a razor knife to carefully lift and •
transfer the Serial Number and Ethernet ID labels to the replacement top case.
This procedure removes the top case and keyboard assembly. The keyboard is removable •
only after removing the top case.
Place the computer upside down on a soft, non-marring surface.1.
2. Remove the four Phillips and two Torx T6 screws shown.
3. Rotate the computer and remove the two Phillips screws along the front of the battery bay.
MacBook Pro (15-inch Early 2008) Take Apart — Top Case 26
4. Remove the four Phillips screws from each side.
5. Remove the two Phillips screws from the back edge.
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Face the computer toward you with the display open slightly past 90-degrees. Using your 6.
ngernails or the tips of your ngers, grasp just beneath the top case in the upper right and
left corners. Lift upward a few inches, then work your hands around the top case toward the
front, slowly lifting and encouraging the clips and screw tabs to release. A snapping noise
when the clips release is normal.
Note: Take care to preserve the cosmetic integrity of the plastic beading around the edges of the
top case. If using a black stick for leverage to get the clips to release, don’t rotate the stick too
much along the edges to avoid denting the soft plastic.
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Along the front, start at the left and slowly encourage the snaps and screw tabs (shown in 7.
graphic below) to release as you move right. A snapping noise as the snaps release is normal.
Again, take care to preserve the cosmetic integrity of the plastic beading around the edges
by pulling up with your ngernails rst. If a black stick is necessary to release the snaps, avoid
too much rotation along the edges to keep from denting the soft plastic.
Important: Do not lift the case once it is free—it is still connected to the bottom case by the
keyboard ex cable.
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