Apple macbook pro 17 inch late 2008 User Manual

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Basics— General Information 11
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-finger	pinching
•   lets you zoom in or out on PDFs, images, photos, and more.
Two-finger	rotating
•	  lets you rotate photos, pages, and more.
Three-finger	swiping
•	  lets you rapidly page through...

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Basics— General Information 12
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 (17-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)
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#1 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)
• 
Torx T6...

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Basics— General Information 13
Display Takeapart
The MacBook Pro (17-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...

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Take Apart
MacBook Pro 17-inch  
(original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4 GHz,  Late 2007 CTO, Early 2008,   
and Late 2008 ) 

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Foot 15
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 FootAction
Missing case plug Not available for...

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Foot 16
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...

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Foot 17
 
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 below.  
Important: The glue tube included in the kit is sealed until first 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...

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Battery 18
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 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Battery 19
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 upside down.
3. 
Slide both battery latches away from the battery and lift the battery out of the battery bay.
4.   

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Memory 20
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