Apple ibook g4 14 inch mid 2005 User Manual
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Bottom Case 10. Open the computer and place it on its side. Carefully work the black stick around the
corners of the bottom case.
The bottom case fits snugly. Use moderate force to remove the tabs from \
the slots.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w64_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-26.png "Page 27
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Bottom Case 10. Open the computer and place it on its side. Carefully work the black stick around the
corners of the bottom case.
The bottom case fits snugly. Use moderate force to remove the tabs from \
the slots.")
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Bottom Case 12.
Note:
For this procedure, a black stick works best.
Loosen the tabs from the slot load area last.
Pull up on the port side of the bottom case.
Placing the black stick nearly parallel to the slot drive opening, caref\
ully free the case
from the remaining tabs at the slot drive side of the computer.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, be careful not to pinch any cables as
you press the bottom case back onto the computer....](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w64_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-28.png "Page 29
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Bottom Case 12.
Note:
For this procedure, a black stick works best.
Loosen the tabs from the slot load area last.
Pull up on the port side of the bottom case.
Placing the black stick nearly parallel to the slot drive opening, caref\
ully free the case
from the remaining tabs at the slot drive side of the computer.
Note:
When reassembling the computer, be careful not to pinch any cables as
you press the bottom case back onto the computer....")
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13. 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 compartment 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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w64_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-29.png "Page 30
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13. 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 compartment 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...")
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Bottom Shield
Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the following screws from the bottom shield:
• Six identical 3.5-mm long Phillips screws
• Three identical 7.5-mm long Phillips screws
• One 14.5-mm long Phillips screw
Replacement Note: When reassembling the computer, install the replacement
bottom shield so that the corner of the shield closest to the ports is s\
ecured first.
(With the computer oriented as shown, this corner is the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w64_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-31.png "Page 32
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Bottom Shield
Procedure
1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the following screws from the bottom shield:
• Six identical 3.5-mm long Phillips screws
• Three identical 7.5-mm long Phillips screws
• One 14.5-mm long Phillips screw
Replacement Note: When reassembling the computer, install the replacement
bottom shield so that the corner of the shield closest to the ports is s\
ecured first.
(With the computer oriented as shown, this corner is the...")
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Bottom Shield 3.
Warning: Do not bend the bottom shield.
Lift the bottom shield off the computer, being careful where it might ca\
tch on the tape.
4. Note: The two springs in the battery compartment can become loose. When
reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs are in place before
installing the bottom case. Each spring has grease on the coils, and each has a plastic
cap on one end. Make sure the cap fits securely on the spring, and...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w64_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-32.png "Page 33
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Bottom Shield 3.
Warning: Do not bend the bottom shield.
Lift the bottom shield off the computer, being careful where it might ca\
tch on the tape.
4. Note: The two springs in the battery compartment can become loose. When
reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs are in place before
installing the bottom case. Each spring has grease on the coils, and each has a plastic
cap on one end. Make sure the cap fits securely on the spring, and...")
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 30 Bottom Shield Bottom Shield 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). Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case
31 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Bottom Shield Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the following screws from the bottom shield: • Six identical 3.5-mm long Phillips screws • Three identical 7.5-mm long Phillips screws • One 14.5-mm long Phillips screw Replacement Note: When reassembling the computer, install the replacement bottom shield so that the corner of the shield closest to the ports is s\ ecured first. (With the computer oriented as shown, this corner is the uppermost righ\ t corner.) When reinstalling the screws, install them in the order shown. 2. If tape is used on the bottom shield, peel up, but do not remove, any pieces of tape. Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape to secure the replacement\ bottom shield.
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 32 Bottom Shield 3. Warning: Do not bend the bottom shield. Lift the bottom shield off the computer, being careful where it might ca\ tch on the tape. 4. Note: The two springs in the battery compartment can become loose. When reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs are in place before installing the bottom case. Each spring has 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.
33 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Bottom Shield 5. Install the replacement bottom shield, and reassemble and test the computer. Replacement Note: Before installing the bottom shield, make sure cables are routed as shown.
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 34 DC-In Board DC-In Board Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Bottom shield
35 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart DC-In Board Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove any tape that holds the cable to the frame or logic board. 2. Route the cable from the guides in the chassis.
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 36 DC-In Board 3. Remove the 3-mm long screw from the DC-in board. 4. Tilt up the DC-in board, and pivot it out of the frame.
37 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart DC-In Board 5. Carefully peel up the DC-in cable from where it adheres to the bottom of the logic board. Caution: Do not forcefully pull or strain the cable.
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 38 DC-In Board 6. Disconnect the DC-in cable from the underside of the logic board. 7. Remove the DC-in board from the computer assembly. 8. Install the replacement DC-in board, and reassemble and test the computer. Important: When routing the DC-in cable, make sure you route it to the left of the\ frame standoff, as shown.
39 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Battery Transfer Board Battery Transfer Board Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Bottom shield