Apple power mac g4 fw 800 User Manual
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© 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Service Source Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors)Power Mac G4 (FW 800) Updated 22 February 2006
© 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Service Source Take Apart Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors) Power Mac G4 (FW 800)
Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart - 1 General Information General Information Overview The identifying characteristics on the front of the Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors), Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors 2003), and Power Mac G4 (FW 800) computers are their top speaker and mirrored optical drive bezel. Like the Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver and QuickSilver 2002) computers, these models also have a silver-colored case. The Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors 2003) computer is identical to the Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors) computer except for updates to the drives and processor. The Power Mac G4 (FW 800) computer is similar to the Power Mac G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors) computer with these exceptions: • FireWire 800 Mbps port • AirPort Extreme Card option • Bluetooth option • SCSI card option is a third-party card; no Apple SCSI card option • SCSI cable is a third-party cable; no Apple SCSI cable
2 - Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart General Information Important: The Take Apart procedures are the same for all versions of the computers unless model differences are noted. Tools The following tools are required: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • #1 Phillips screwdriver • T-10 Torx driver or 2.5 mm Allen wrench • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Needlenose pliers Note: Magnetized tools are recommended to avoid dropping screws within the computer. Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). Serial Number Location The computer’s serial number is located on the back panel. Before Opening the Computer Warning: The power supply in this computer is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is off. Warning: After shutting down the computer, you must wait a few minutes before servicing it to allow internal components to cool. Important: The only way to shut off power completely to the computer and display is to disconnect their power plugs from the power source. Make sure the power cords to the computer and display are within easy reach. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions Follow these steps to avoid damage from ESD before working inside the computer. 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Wait a few minutes to allow the computer’s internal components to cool. 3. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 4. Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back panel to discharge static electricity. 5. Unplug the power cord. 6. Lift the latch on the side of the computer. (If the latch will not lift, check that the security lock port and lockable cover latch in the back of the computer are not locked.)
Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart - 3 General Information7. Put on an ESD wrist strap. 8. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until after you have finished working and closed the computer. Operating the Computer Warning: In this computer the lower fan is in direct line with the heatsink. However, when the computer is open and the side panel is set down, the fan and heatsink are no longer in contact. To avoid overheating and permanent damage, never turn on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage the computer or cause injury.
4 - Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart Opening the Computer Opening the Computer Tools No tools are required for this procedure. Preliminary Steps No preliminary steps are required before you begin this procedure. Procedure 1. Lift the latch to unlock the right side access panel. 2. Note: Gently lower the side panel onto a clean, ESD-safe mat to avoid scratching the case. Lower the side panel until it lies flat. Note: Release the latch before returning the side panel to its upright closed position.
Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart - 5 Top Handles Top Handles Tools The only tool required for this procedure is a 2.5 mm Allen wrench. Part Location Preliminary Steps There are no preliminary steps for this procedure.
6 - Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart Top Handles Procedure 1. Remove the two Allen screws that secure the handle you are replacing. 2. Lift the handle from the computer. Replacement Note: When replacing a handle, make sure the inner prongs fit inside the raised points on the computer.
Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart - 7 Top Handles Replacement Note: When replacing a handle, make sure you orient the handle so the three tiny bumps are near the lower edge of the handle.The handle won’t fit properly if it is turned upside down. The top front and top rear handles are interchangeable.
8 - Power Mac G4 (Mirror/FW 800) Take Apart Top Panel Top Panel Tools No tools are required for this procedure. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the handles from the top front and top rear of the computer.