Apple imac 17 inch late 2006 cd User Manual

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Bend the card at a slight angle at the top to make sure the card makes contact with each 
latch. 
Refer to Removing the Front Bezel for the complete procedure.
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EMI Shielding 
The iMac enclosure is wrapped in EMI shielding that is easily torn and damaged. To maintain 
a properly shielded unit, you must repair all accidental tears and cracks to the shielding by 
covering them with EMI tape.  Order EMI tape, part number 922-4786 (a long, thin strip) or 922-EMI tape, part number 922-4786 (a long, thin strip) or 922-
5026 (short, wide strips). 
 
Cover nicks, such as the those shown below,...

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Lower EMI Shield
EMI tape covers the top and sides of the display panel, and the lower EMI shield covers the logic 
board along the bottom of the unit. The EMI tape and lower EMI shield are easily damaged when 
removed, and removal is necessary in order to access most components within the unit. 
Should the EMI tape that seals the display, or the EMI shield covering the bottom of the 
enclosure (see photo below) accidentally tear,...

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Pay particular attention to the EMI shielding inside the rear housing, shown below. The EMI shield 
is easily damaged when replacing modules
Lower EMI Shield
EMI tape covers the top and sides of the display panel, and the lower EMI shield covers the logic 
board along the bottom of the unit. The EMI tape and lower EMI shield are easily damaged when 
removed, and removal is necessary in order to access most components within the...

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When properly repaired, all edges shown below will be wrapped by EMI tape, and the tape 
securely adhered to all edges. Use a black stick to flatten the EMI tape tightly and rub out air 
pockets and wrinkles. 

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What’s New
23 April 2007
The optical drive removal procedure has been updated. Using a screwdriver to release the 
optical drive tabs is causing damage to the logic board. The updated procedure shows how 
to remove the optical drive using a needlenose pliers. 
Additional information on handling slot-load optical drives can be referenced in Kbase 
article 30 22.
 
12 January 2007
The “No Power” symptom in...

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Logic board (661-4116) 
Hard Drive (661-4175)
Stand (922-7832)
Screw, T10, Flat head (922-7749)
11 July 2006
Updated the screw chart with photos of 922-7654 and 922-7655
5 July 2006
Introduction: iMac (17-inch Mid 2006)
Troubleshooting LEDs on the logic board 
Logic board, dual core 1.83 GHz
DC-DC board is now incorporated onto the  main logic board
Power supply, 120W single rail 12V
One wireless antenna (for AirPort) 
No...

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Access Door
Tools 
Phillips #2 screwdriver.
ESD-safe workstation and mat
Soft, clean towel or cloth
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, lay the computer down so the panel is face down and the bottom is facing 
you.
Part Location
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Removing the Access Door
Raise the stand and use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws that 
secure the memory access door. Remove the access door. 
Replacing the Access Door
Make sure the memory ejector tabs are in the closed position before attaching the access 
door.
Position the access door on the rear housing over the memory compartment. 
Lift the stand out of the way. 
Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to tighten the...