Apple powerbook g4 12 inch 1 5ghz User Manual
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© 2005, 2007 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Service Source PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Updated August 1, 2007
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© 2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Service SourceTake Apart PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz)
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PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart - 1 General Information General Information Overview Some of the key features that distinguish this computer from earlier notebook models include: • Faster processor speed: 1.5 GHz (shown on serial number label) • AirPort Extreme Card installed • Sudden Motion Sensor (SMS)—Sudden Motion Sensor technology is a bui\ lt-in feature on the logic board that helps protect the hard drive if the computer is \ dropped or experiences severe vibration. If the...
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2 - PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart General Information • Scrolling Trackpad—A new trackpad feature allows faster navigation in\ windows with scroll bars. To scroll or pan vertically, move two adjoining fingers up \ or down the trackpad. To scroll or pan horizontally, move two adjoining fingers left\ or right on the trackpad. You can customize this feature or turn it off in the Keyboard \ & Mouse pane of System Preferences. Note: If you find that the pointer moves as you type...
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PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart - 3 General Information Model Differences The external housing of the PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) model looks the same as on the PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.33 GHz) model. Both have a mini-DVI port (shown below), and both have two latches inside the battery bay. The mini-DVI port is used with an adapter cable to connect the computer to a monitor, television, VCR, or other video device. The adapter cables that can be used with this port include a...
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4 - PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart General Information Tools The following tools are recommended for this computer: • Coin • ESD wriststrap and mat • Small soft cloth • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool) \ • #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • #1 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized) • Jeweler’s flat-blade screwdriver • 1.5 mm hex driver • 4 mm socket wrench or needlenose pliers • nonconductive tweezers or needlenose pliers (for replacing a foot or...
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PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart - 5 Battery Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Coin Part Location 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 for 30 minutes before continuing.
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6 - PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart Battery Procedure Warning: If the computer has been recently operating, allow it to cool down before performing this procedure. 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Unplug the power adapter, phone cord, and any other cables connected to the computer. 3. Turn over the computer and place it on a soft cloth. 4. Use a coin to release the battery lock. 5. Lift the battery out of the battery bay. 6. Install the replacement battery, and reassemble and test...
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PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart - 7 Feet Feet Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Foot kit • Tweezers or needlenose pliers • Soft cloth Preliminary Step Before you begin, identify the type of foot that needs replacement. Check the bottom case of the computer, and compare it with the images in this table: Plug Area on Bottom Case Matching Foot Action Missing plug Not available for replacement Do not perform the foot replacement. Battery plug Battery...
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8 - PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.5 GHz) Take Apart Feet 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: Elmers Products, Inc. Columbus, OH. 43215-3799 www.krazyglue.com 1. Place the computer upside down on a clean, lint-free cloth or other nonabrasive surface. 2. Select a foot from the kit that...