Apple macbook pro User Manual

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  Tape the thermal sensor cable to the display assembly to avoid forgetting it during assembly.  
Remove the screws. 
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Warning: Do NOT allow the logic board to flex at any time. Flexing the board can crack 
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solder joints to components. Give special attention at the narrow neck of the fan cutout. 
From the left side of the board, slowly begin to lift the board, avoiding any flexing, until the 
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thermal material on the three chips underneath releases. Do not lift the board further.  
Note: The thermal material should easily release. If not, verify that all screws and...

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Remove the logic board.
 
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Warning: To avoid flexing the logic board, hold the board vertically along the wide sides. 
Do not hold the board by the ends or by the narrow neck at the fan cutout, or 
horizontally, as the board’s weight can cause excessive flex.   

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Replacement Procedure
Verify that the EMI gaskets are in place along the port openings on the bottom case. 
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If replacing the logic board, transfer the two screw guides along top edge of the board.
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If the logic board was removed to facilitate another procedure and will be reinstalled:  
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• Use a black stick and alcohol wipes to clean the thermal grease from the three chips.  
Important: Use extreme care not to damage the chip or logic board components....

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Install EMI gaskets and tape on the ports from the gasket kit (076-1206) 
 
• Transfer the logic board sleeves to the replacement board, if needed.  
• Transfer the cosmetic shield, if needed.  
4.   

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The thermal material must be replaced using the following procedures.
 
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Warning: Whenever the logic board is separated from the heatsink, the thermal grease 
must be replaced. Failure to do so can cause the computer to overheat and be damaged.
Use a black stick to remove as much thermal grease as possible from the heatsink.
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Use an alcohol wipes to clean the mating surface.  
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Important: Avoid unnecessary contact with new thermal material, as dirt...

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When replacing the logic board:
 
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• Verify that the right speaker chamber is installed.  
•  Verify that the two plastic screw guides are installed on the top of the board.  
•  Connect the thermal sensor connector near the ports.  
•  Guide the logic board’s port side into the port openings on the bottom case.  
•  While lowering the board, connect the cable under the board on the left side.  
•  Verify that no cables are caught under the board when lowering...

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Battery Cable Assembly
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools: Torx T6 screwdriver (magnetized)
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Black stick (nylon probe 922-5065) (or other non-conductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool
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Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, remove the following:
Batter
•  y
Top Cas
•  e
AirPort Extreme Car
•  d
Right Ambient Light Sensor Len
•  s
Speaker
•  s
Fan
•  s
Optical Driv
•  e
Logic Boar
•  d 

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Part Location
Procedure
Remove the two screws.
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Disconnect the connector on the DC-in/Sound board.
 
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Replacement Note:
3.   Route cable as shown, and secure with Kapton tape in the channel.