Apple imac 17 inch User Manual
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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 co\
mputer. To
avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk arou\
nd the room until
you have completed the installation and closed the computer.
3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to ground yourself.
4. Unplug the power cord.
5. Disconnect...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38776/w64_imac-17-inch-1ghz-8.png "Page 9
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 co\
mputer. To
avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk arou\
nd the room until
you have completed the installation and closed the computer.
3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to ground yourself.
4. Unplug the power cord.
5. Disconnect...")
Service Source iMac (Flat Panel) Updated 22 March 2005 © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Service Source Take Apart iMac (Flat Panel) © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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 Tools iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart - 1
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. 2 iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart Tools
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. User Access Plate iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart - 3
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. 4 iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart User Access Plate
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. AirPort Card iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart - 5
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 co\ mputer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk arou\ nd the room until you have completed the installation and closed the computer. 3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to ground yourself. 4. Unplug the power cord. 5. Disconnect the AirPort antenna and pull the plastic tab to remove the card from the slot. 6 iMac (Flat Panel) Take Apart AirPort Card