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 © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.  
 
 
Service Source
iMac (17-inch Flat Panel)
 
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            Updated  2003 June 3 

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© 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. 
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Service Source
Take Apart
 
iMac (17-inch Flat Panel) 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel)  Take Apart -   
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 Tools 
Tools
 
The following tools are recommended for the take apart procedures.
• service repair kit (076-0900) includes: 
– the service stand (076-0898)
– diagnostic cables (076-0897) 
• thermal paste (922-4757)
• 
torque driver (076-0899) 
• 1.5 mm hex driver (for LCD bezel screws)
• phillips #0 screwdriver)
• torx screwdriver set (6, 8, 10, 15, 25)
• plastic flatblade screwdriver or stylus
•  needlenose pliers
• ESD wriststrap and mat 
Service Stand 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel) Take Apart
 Tools 1. Support the computer by neck and the base (A). Gently position the computer in the 
service stand with the flat panel facing up (B). 
2.  
Note:  
  The base of the computer can be rotated when servicing internal parts. 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel)  Take Apart -   
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 User Access Plate 
 User Access Plate
 
Tools
 
This procedure requires the following tools:
• Phillips #0 screwdriver 
Part Location
Preliminary Steps
 
Before you begin, do the following:
• Position the computer in the service stand. 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel) Take Apart
 User Access Plate 
Procedure
 
1. Loosen the four captive screws on the access panel.
2. Remove the panel by grabbing onto two captive screws and lift the panel off the base. 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel)  Take Apart -   
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 AirPort Card 
AirPort Card
 
Tools
 
This procedure requires no tools. 
Part Location
Preliminary Steps
 
Before you begin, do the following:
• Position the computer in the service stand.
• Remove the user access plate. 

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel) Take Apart
 AirPort Card 
Procedure
 
1. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 
2. 
Important: 
 To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching 
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. 
3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to...

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel)  Take Apart -   
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 Memory, SO-DIMM (user-installable) 
Memory, SO-DIMM (user-
installable)
 
Tools
 
No tools are required for this procedure. 
Part Location
 
Note: 
 The user-installable memory slot is identified as Slot J22 by Apple Hardware Test 
and Apple System Profiler.  
Preliminary Steps
 
Before you begin, do the following:
• Position the computer in the service stand.
• Remove the user access plate. 
Note: 
 There are two RAM expansion slots on the computer. One...

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 iMac (17-inch Flat Panel) Take Apart
 Memory, SO-DIMM (user-installable) 
Procedure
 
1. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord.
2. 
Important: 
 To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching 
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. 
3. Touch a metal surface...
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