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iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.1 LCD) Keyboard Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could damage your equipment and void its warranty. Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/. Warning: During this procedure, keep small parts away from children.
4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the battery latch. (Figure 1) Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently remove the battery. Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer. Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may result in data loss. Figure 1 5. Turn over the computer. 6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 7.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys) (Figure 3), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. Figure 3 9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad. (Figure 4) Figure 4 iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.
10. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity, as shown. (Figure 5) Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installation and closed the computer. Figure 5 Removing the Installed Keyboard 1.
3. If an AirPort Card is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire holder to release the AirPort Card antenna cable. 4. Remove the screws that secure the RAM shield. (Figure 7) Figure 7 5. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer. Carefully pulling up on the wire holder may help to remove the shield. (Figure 8) Figure 8 iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.
6. Locate the keyboard cable connector. (Figure 9) 7. Firmly grasp the cable as shown in the illustration. 8. Carefully pull straight up on the cable until the connector releases. Important: Pull straight up, do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Note: If needed, use your fingers to pry up the connector from side to side. Figure 9 9. Set the keyboard aside. Installing the Replacement Keyboard 1.
3. Insert the RAM shield. (Figure 10) 4. Verify that the end of the wire of the wire holder (where it is attached to the RAM shield, on the keyboard side) does not catch on the side of the compartment. The screw holes on the shield and computer should align and the shield should lay uniformly flat. 5. Verify that the AirPort antenna cable routes through the notch in the RAM shield without pinching. 6. Replace the RAM shield screws. Figure 10 7.
8. If you have an AirPort Card, gently slide it (with the AirPort ID number and bar code facing up) under the wire bracket and securely into the AirPort Card slot. 9. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the slots in the RAM shield. (Figure 12) Figure 12 Closing the Computer 1. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case. 2.
4. Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of the keyboard. (Figure 14) Figure 14 5. Let go of the keyboard release tabs to secure the keyboard in place. 6. Close the display and turn the iBook over. 7. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place. (Figure 15) Figure 15 8. Turn your iBook over and open the display. 9.
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iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.1 LCD) AirPort Card Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could damage your equipment and void its warranty. Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/. Warning: During this procedure, keep small parts away from children.
4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the battery latch. (Figure 1) Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently remove the battery. Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer. Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may result in data loss. Figure 1 5. Turn over the computer. 6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 7.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys) (Figure 3), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. Figure 3 9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad. (Figure 4) Figure 4 iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.
10. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity, as shown. (Figure 5) Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installation and closed the computer. Figure 5 Removing the Installed AirPort Card 1.
Installing the Replacement AirPort Card 1. If the AirPort Card came with the AirPort adapter (Figure 7), remove the metal clip (A) and pull the AirPort Card (B) from the adapter (C). The adapter and metal clip are not used with your iBook. Figure 7 C B A 2. Locate the AirPort antenna cable connector and plug it into the port (located just below the pull-tab) on the end of the AirPort Card. Make sure the connector is straight before inserting it into the card. (Figure 8) 3.
4. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the slots in the RAM shield. (Figure 9) Figure 9 Closing the Computer 1. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case. 2. Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and insert the tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening.
4. Pull down on the keyboard release tabs and then press down on the top portion of the keyboard. (Figure 11) Figure 11 5. Let go of the keyboard release tabs to secure the keyboard in place. 6. Close the display and turn the iBook over. 7. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place. (Figure 12) Figure 12 8. Turn your iBook over and open the display. 9.
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iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.1 LCD) Memory Card Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could damage your equipment and void its warranty. Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/. Warning: During this procedure, keep small parts away from children. Warning: Memory cards come in various specifications.
4. Close the computer, turn it over, and locate the battery latch. (Figure 1) Use a coin to turn the battery latch 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Gently remove the battery. Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer. Warning: Removing the battery before shutting down your computer may result in data loss. Figure 1 5. Turn over the computer. 6. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 7.
8. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys) (Figure 3), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. Figure 3 9. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad. (Figure 4) Figure 4 iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.
10. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity, as shown. (Figure 5) Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installation and closed the computer. Figure 5 Removing the Installed Memory Card 1.
3. If an AirPort Card is not installed, unlatch the flexible wire holder to release the AirPort Card antenna cable. 4. Remove the screws that secure the RAM shield. (Figure 7) Figure 7 5. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer. Carefully pulling up on the wire holder may help to remove the shield. (Figure 8) Figure 8 iBook (Dual USB) / iBook (Late 2001) / iBook (14.
6. Locate the installed memory card and brackets that secure the card on both sides. (Figure 9) 7. Carefully spread the brackets apart until the card releases on each side. Pull the card up and out of the memory slot. Figure 9 Installing the Replacement Memory Card 1. Line up the notch in the replacement memory card with the small tab in the memory slot. Hold the card at a 30-degree angle, then push the card into the slot until it is firmly seated.
2. Gently push the top of the card down until the brackets snap onto both sides of the memory card to lock it into place. (Figure 11) Figure 11 3. Insert the RAM shield. (Figure 12) 4. Verify that the end of the wire of the wire holder (where it is attached to the RAM shield, on the keyboard side) does not catch on the side of the compartment. The screw holes on the shield and computer should align and the shield should lay uniformly flat. 5.
7. If you do not have an AirPort Card, flip down the wire holder over the AirPort Card antenna cable and secure it by inserting the prongs of the holder into the slots in the RAM shield. (Figure 13) Figure 13 8. If you have an AirPort Card, gently slide it (with the AirPort ID number and bar code facing up) under the wire bracket and securely into the AirPort Card slot. 9. Use the wire holder to secure the AirPort Card in place by inserting its prongs into the slots in the RAM shield.
Closing the Computer 1. Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case. 2. Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and insert the tabs on the bottom edge of the keyboard into the slot under the edge of the opening. Important: Make sure that all the tabs are seated and that the keyboard rests flush against the edge of the opening. (Figure 15) 3. Lay the keyboard flat into the keyboard opening. Figure 15 45 4.
7. Replace the battery into the battery compartment. Hold the battery flush and use a coin to turn the latch counterclockwise 1/4 turn to lock the battery into place. (Figure 17) Figure 17 8. Turn your iBook over and open the display. 9. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected and restart your computer. Note: You may need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel).
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iBook (14.1 LCD) Bottom Case Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the bottom case on the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Torx T8 screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) • #0 Phillips screwdriver Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery. Procedure 1. Place the computer upside down on a soft cloth. © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
2. Important: To avoid damaging the case, be careful that the screwdriver tip does not slip out of the screw head during removal. Remove the three screws (two identical screws in the back, one shorter screw in the center of the bottom case). 3. Using a black stick, peel up the three rubber feet from the metal sockets. Note: When reassembling the computer, do not reuse the feet. Install three new rubber feet. iBook (14.
4. Remove the three identical Phillips screws from the metal sockets. 5. Use a black stick to lift out the metal sockets. Note: When reassembling the computer, note that the metal sockets are keyed. Rotate them until they sit flat against the bottom case. 6. Remove the two identical Phillips screws next to the battery connector. iBook (14.
7. Note the locations of the slots on the bottom case. The computer frame has tabs that fit into slots within the bottom case (six tabs in front; two on each side; three in back). When using a black stick to pry off the bottom case, it helps to know where the slots are as you free the tabs from the slots. 8. In the battery compartment, lift up the corner of the bottom case, and use a black stick or jeweler’s flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry up the slot from the inner tabs on the frame. iBook (14.
9. Starting at the battery compartment, use a black stick to carefully pry up the bottom case from the computer. 10. Warning: To avoid damaging the sleep light and other delicate components, do not insert the black stick too far into the computer as you free the bottom case from the computer. Use just the tip of the black stick to pry up the bottom case. iBook (14.
11. Carefully work the black stick around the corners of the bottom case. 12. The bottom case fits snugly. Use moderate force to remove the remaining tabs from the slots. 13. When all tabs have been freed from the slots, lift up the bottom case. Note: When reassembling the computer, be careful not to pinch any cables as you press the bottom case back onto the computer.
14. If you are replacing any additional parts at this time, remove the two springs from the battery compartment so they do not fall out and get lost. Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs in the battery connector are in place before installing the bottom case. Each spring has a plastic cap on one end. The cap should fit securely on the spring, and the curved side of the cap should be positioned against the inner frame. 15.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Bottom Shield Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the bottom shield in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray). Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc.
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the following screws from the bottom shield: • nine identical 6-mm long Phillips screws (two of the screws may be concealed under foil tape at the display hinge) • two identical 14.5-mm long Phillips screws • one 5-mm long Phillips screw iBook (14.
2. Using a black stick, peel up—but do not remove— the strips of tape. Note: Check for foil tape by the computer latch as well as the areas shown below. 3. Warning: Do not bend the bottom shield. Lift the bottom shield off the computer, being careful where it might catch on the tape. iBook (14.
4. If necessary, use a black stick to separate the foil tape on the bottom shield from the I/O bezel shield. 5. Note: The two springs in the battery connector can become loose. When reassembling the computer, make sure that the two springs in the battery connector are in place before installing the bottom case. Each spring might have grease on the coils, and each has a plastic cap on one end.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Fan Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the fan in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Bottom shield Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the single screw from the fan bracket. © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
2. Lift the fan and bracket from the computer, and disconnect the connector from the logic board. (Use a black stick, if necessary.) Note: When installing the replacement fan, make sure that the fan cable routes underneath the fan bracket. 3. Install the replacement fan, and reassemble and test the computer. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Top Case Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the top case on the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Soft cloth • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) • Magnetized #0 Phillips screwdriver • Metal paper clip • Needlenose pliers Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth and the bottom shield facing up, remove the nine screws shown: • three 14.5-mm long screws • three 5-mm long screws • three 3-mm long screw iBook (14.
2. Turn over the computer. Using a black stick, pry up the sides of the trackpad cable connector to release the trackpad cable. 3. Remove the three screws from the keyboard well: • two 6-mm long Phillips screws • one 8-mm long Phillips screw 4. Using a straightened paper clip, open the optical drive. iBook (14.
5. Warning: When performing this step, make sure the speaker cable and power switch cable are not strained. Starting near the left speaker end of the top case, lift up the top case near the front. Tilt the top case so that it clears the DC connector. Tilt the top case up away from the computer latch. Use a black stick to loosen the top case from the optical drive. iBook (14.
6. With the top case loosened, use a needlenose pliers to disconnect • Speaker cable • Power switch cable iBook (14.
7. Remove the top case from the computer. Note: When installing the replacement top case, first connect the power switch cable connector followed by the speaker cable connector. Do not strain the cables. Then make sure you attach the case over the DC connector. iBook (14.
8. Before installing the replacement top case, make sure it includes the following: • Speaker set • Power button and board (under left speaker) • Speaker cable and power switch cable • Trackpad assembly with board and cable • Display latch • Battery magnet 9. Important: Make sure you transfer the original serial number label and Ethernet label from the old top case to the replacement top case. You can use a black stick to carefully peel up a corner of the label.
11. Reassemble and test the computer. Note: When reinstalling the RAM shield, insert the edge next to the trackpad cable first. Then make sure the RAM shield lays flat and the two screw holes align with the two holes in the heat spreader before installing the screws. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Top Shield Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the top shield in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the 16 Phillips screws: • nine 6-mm long screws • two 5-mm long screws • five 3-mm long screws 2. Using a black stick, carefully peel up, but do not remove, the foil strips and pieces of tape. Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the foil and tape to secure the replacement top shield. iBook (14.
3. Lift up the foil tape near the trackpad cable. 4. Before lifting up the top shield, note that the shield fits over posts on the computer frame. Note: When reinstalling the top shield, make sure the holes in the shield align with the screw holes and posts. iBook (14.
5. Warning: Do not bend the top shield. Lift the top shield off the computer, being careful where it might catch on the highlighted areas shown. 6. Install the replacement top shield, and reassemble and test the computer. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) I/O Bezel Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the I/O bezel in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Bottom shield • Keyboard • Airport Card • Top case • Top shield © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the screw from the I/O bezel. 2. Tilt down the I/O bezel and remove it from the computer frame. Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure that the I/O bezel is level and fits over all ports. iBook (14.
3. Install the replacement I/O bezel, and reassemble and test the computer. Note: When installing the replacement I/O bezel, make sure the bezel shield and the mylar panel fits over the underside of the logic board, as shown below. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Hard Drive Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the hard drive in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) • #1 Phillips screwdriver Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the location of the hard drive and how the flex cable is routed. 2. Remove the 5-mm long Phillips screw at the corner of the hard drive. 3. Warning: If the flex cable connector is pulled up unevenly, some connector pins could become bent and damaged. Using even force, pull the looped handle straight up to disconnect the flex cable from the connector at the side of the hard drive.
4. Lift up the fabric tape to release the microphone cable. Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape to secure the microphone cable to the replacement drive. 5. From the corner bracket, tilt up the hard drive, and slide it out from under the microphone cable. iBook (14.
6. Warning: Handle the hard drive at the sides only. Do not touch or press anywhere else on the drive. Warning: If the flex cable connector is pulled out unevenly, some connector pins could become bent and damaged. Using even force, pull the looped handle to disconnect the flex cable from the connector on the end of the hard drive. Note: When installing the flex cable to the end of the replacement drive, this connector is labeled "TO HDD" on the flex cable. iBook (14.
7. Holding the drive by the corners as shown, pull off the side rails (with grommets attached). Note: When reassembling the computer, transfer the side brackets (including the grommets) to the replacement hard drive so the grommets fit over the screw heads. 8. Install the replacement hard drive, and reassemble and test the computer. Note: Each connector on the flex cable is labeled for reinstallation. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Modem Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the modem in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Keyboard • Airport Card • Top case • Top shield © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the Phillips screw from the corner of the modem board. 2. Warning: When removing the modem, be careful not to strain the LVDS (low voltage data signal) cable. Note the routing of the LVDS cable that is taped to the plastic modem sleeve. 3. Without straining the LVDS cable, peel off the clear tape. iBook (14.
4. Tilt up the end of the modem board to disconnect it from the logic board. 5. Important: Do not strain or remove the LVDS cable. Gently move the LVDS cable aside, and pivot the modem board to reach the 2pin cable connector located under the plastic sleeve. 6. Disconnect the connector from the modem. Slide the modem board out from under the LVDS cable. Note: When reassembling the computer, reuse the tape that secures the flat LVDS cable to the modem sleeve. 7.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Display Module Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the display module in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the routing of the black microphone cable. Disconnect the microphone cable from the logic board and release the cable from the black fabric tape on the hard drive. 2. Pull up the flexible tab to disconnect the LVDS (low voltage data signal) cable from the logic board. iBook (14.
3. Remove the two screws securing the flat section of the LVDS cable. Warning: Be careful not to strain the LVDS cable. 4. Peel up the clear tape that attaches the LVDS cable to the modem sleeve. 5. Gently guide the LVDS cable and the microphone cable up from the computer chassis. 6. Peel the tape off of the computer frame, and disconnect the flat backlight cable from the logic board. iBook (14.
7. Route the cables up through the channel past the optical drive. 8. Warning: To prevent damage, support the back of the display while performing this step. Remove the screw at each display hinge. iBook (14.
9. Warning: When lifting the display, be careful not to strain the cables. Tilt the display up slightly from the computer. 10. Install the replacement display, and reassemble and test the computer. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Optical Drive Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the optical drive in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Note: The optical drive in this computer is a combination CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure 1. Use a straightened paper clip to release the drive tray. 2. With the drive tray open, carefully turn over the computer. 3. On the underside of the drive, notice the tabs near each end of the drive bezel. 4. Using the pointed end of a black stick, press the recessed middle of the smaller tab, and loosen that end of the bezel. iBook (14.
5. Press the wider tab, and pull the bezel off of the drive. 6. With the bezel removed, press the drive tray in until it is completely closed. 7. Tilt up the computer, and support the optical drive as you remove the two screws beneath the optical drive. iBook (14.
8. Turn the computer upright, and without straining the backlight cable, loosen the tape that secures the cable to the computer frame. 9. Warning: Handle the optical drive at the sides only. Do not touch or press anywhere else on the drive. Tilt up the optical drive so the corner tab clears the backlight cable. Without straining the optical drive flex cable, remove the tape and tilt the drive up from the computer frame. iBook (14.
10. Remove the two screws holding the cable bracket to the optical drive. 11. Remove the cable bracket. Note: When reassembling the computer, transfer the cable bracket to the replacement drive. 12. Disconnect the flex cable. Note: When reassembling the computer, transfer the flex cable to the replacement drive. The connector is labeled "TO CD-ROM" on the flex cable. iBook (14.
13. Remove the two screws that hold the mounting bracket to the optical drive. Important: When reassembling the computer, transfer the mounting bracket to the replacement drive. 14. Install the replacement optical drive, and reassemble and test the computer. Note: When installing the replacement optical drive, press the bezel onto the drive after the optical drive is installed in the computer. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) DC Board Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the DC board in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Bottom case • Bottom shield • Keyboard • Airport Card • Top case • Top shield © 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Procedure 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, remove the 6-mm long screw that secures the DC board to the computer frame. 2. Tilt up the DC board and route it through the opening in the computer frame. iBook (14.
3. Disconnect the flat power cable from the connector on the logic board. Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure the flat power cable is taped to the underside of the computer frame. 4. Peel up the tape holding the flat cable to the computer frame. 5. Install the replacement DC board, and reassemble and test the computer. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Logic Board Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the logic board in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. Tools • Soft cloth • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool) Note: To organize the screws you remove from the computer, use a tray with divided compartments (such as a plastic ice cube tray).
Procedure Warning: Flexing the logic board can break solder joints to components. To prevent damage, do not flex the board. 1. With the computer on a soft cloth, note the location of the sleep light board connected to the logic board and outer frame. Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure the sleep light board is positioned as shown and does not get caught between the top and bottom case. 2. Using a black stick, disconnect the sleep light board connector from the logic board. iBook (14.
3. Remove the screw from the reset button board, and disconnect the connector from the logic board. 4. Remove the two screws holding the vent cover to the heat spreader. 5. Remove the remaining screw at the heat spreader plate. iBook (14.
6. Tilt up the heat spreader and lift it off the logic board and out of the frame. 7. Turn over the heat spreader and notice the placement of the thermal pad on the other side. If replacing the heat spreader, make sure it has the thermal pad. iBook (14.
8. Turn over the frame, and remove the following: • Two7.5 mm long screws at battery transfer board • Two 3.5 mm long logic board screws • One 6 mm long logic board screw • Two 4 mm long logic board screws 9. Disconnect the DC board connector. Note: When reassembling the computer, make sure that the underside of the replacement logic board includes the thermal transfer pad covering the large chip.
10. Warning: Flexing the logic board can break solder joints to components. To prevent damage, do not flex the board. Lifting the logic board at the back ports, tilt up the logic board to remove it from the frame. 11. Disconnect the logic board from the battery transfer board connector. 12. Install the replacement logic board, and reassemble and test the computer. iBook (14.
13. If replacing the battery transfer board, remove the two screws that connect the battery transfer board to the rib frame. Then disconnect the battery transfer board from the logic board. iBook (14.
iBook (14.1LCD) Screw Locator - 1 of 5 Keyboard and Memory Replacement Two identical #0 Phillips 3 mm Bottom Case Replacement 6 mm 20 mm 20 mm 6 mm Three identical #0 Phillips, 6 mm long Two identical Torx T8, 20 mm long 6 mm 10 mm One Torx T8, 10 mm long Two identical #0 Phillips 5 mm long 5 mm 6 mm 14.5 mm 6 mm 14.5 mm Bottom Shield Replacement 6 mm 6 mm 6 mm 6 mm Nine identical #0 Phillips 6 mm long One #0 Phillips 5 mm long 5 mm 6 mm Two identical #0 Phillips 14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Screw Locator - 2 of 5 5 mm 14.5 mm 14.5 mm Top Case Replacement Three identical #0 Phillips, 14.5 mm long Three identical #0 Phillips, 3 mm long 3 mm 14.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Screw Locator - 3 of 5 Hard Drive Replacement One #0 Phillips, 5 mm long Modem Replacement One #0 Phillips, 3.5 mm long Display Module Replacement Two identical #0 Phillips, 3.
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iBook (14.1 LCD) Screw Locator - 5 of 5 Logic Board Replacement One #0 Phillips, 3.5 mm long Three identical #0 Phillips, 6 mm long 7.5 mm 7.5 mm 3.5 mm 3.5 mm Two identical #0 Phillips, 4 mm long One #0 Phillips, 6 mm long Two identical#0 Phillips, 7.5 mm long One #0 Phillips, 3.
iBook (14.1 LCD) Screw Reference Sheet This sheet shows the types of screws used in the iBook (14.1 LCD) computer. To see where the screws are located in the computer, refer to "iBook (14.1 LCD) Screw Locator." RAM Shield 2 @ 3 mm Bottom Case 3 @ 6 mm I/O Bezel 1 @ 6 mm Hard Drive 1 @ 5 mm Bottom Case 2@ 20 mm Modem 1 @ 3.5 mm Bottom Case 1 @ 10 mm Display 2 @ 3.5 mm Bottom Case: Battery 2 @ 5 mm Display: Hinge 2 @ 5 mm Bottom Shield 9 @ 6 mm Optical Drive 2 @ 6 mm Bottom Shield 2 @ 14.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/How to Use the Symptom Charts - 1 Symptom Charts How to Use the Symptom Charts The Symptom Charts included in this chapter will help you diagnose specific symptoms related to the product. The steps to solve a symptom are listed sequentially. You might not need to perform every step before the symptom is solved. Start with the first step, and then test for the symptom. If the symptom persists, replace any modules you removed, go to the next step, and test again.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Error Beeps - 2 6 7 Warning: Resetting the power manager will permanently remove a RAM disk, if present, and all of its contents. You will also need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel). Replace battery transfer board. Replace logic board. Error Beeps The computer automatically performs a power-on self test when it is turned on after being fully shut down (not a restart). This section describes what to do if beeps are heard during the startup.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Hard Drive - 3 Related articles: 58442: Power On Self-Test Beep Definition - Part 2 95136: iBook (Dual USB): Installing or Replacing Memory Hard Drive Hard drive will not initialize 1 2 3 4 5 6 Boot from iBook Software Install CD and see if the hard drive mounts on the desktop. If in Mac OS X, boot from the Mac OS X software install CD. Under the File menu, select Disk Utilities and initialize the disk or run Disk First Aid.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Modem - 4 Modem No modem dial tone 1 Check that the correct modem is selected. In Mac OS X, check Network Setup. In Mac OS 9, check the Modem control panel. 2 Verify known-good analog (not digital) telephone line. 3 Verify known-good RJ11 telephone cable. 4 Verify RJ11 cable is not plugged into Ethernet port. 5 Inspect RJ11 connector and modem port for pin damage. 6 Verify RJ11 telephone cable is firmly installed in the modem port.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Sound - 5 3 Use Apple System Profiler to verify that the computer is recognizing the bus. 4 For USB, test ports with an Apple keyboard or mouse. 5 For FireWire, test by connecting another computer in FireWire Target Disk Mode. Refer to article 58583: How to Use FireWire Target Disk Mode. 6 Verify that drivers are installed properly for third party, if needed. 7 If in Mac OS 9, boot with Mac OS All extension set. 8 Try other port if available. 9 Try a different cable.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Startup - 6 2 Press the F3 key (with the fn key pressed and not pressed) to verify that mute mode is not enabled. 3 Press the F4 or F5 key (with the fn key pressed and not pressed) to check the volume setting. 4 Verify no external speakers or headphones are plugged in. 5 Check the speakers tab on the Sound control panel to confirm that the software is correctly seeing that there are no external speakers or headphones connected. 6 Shutdown computer and restart.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Video - 7 power button is not functioning correctly or damaged, replace the top case. 12 Replace logic board. At startup, a dialog box comes up stating: “kernel panic” in Mac OS X or “Built-in memory test has detected an error” in Mac OS 9 1 If a RAM card is installed in the expansion slot, remove it and restart. • If symptom repeats, replace logic board. • If symptom does not repeat, replace RAM card with knowngood RAM card and restart.
Troubleshooting No display, or dim display, but computer appears to operate correctly Symptom Charts/Video - 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 When displaying a single color over the screen area, the LCD panel shows one or more pixels that are not properly lit Remove any connected peripherals. Try known-good power outlet, power adapter and power cord. Press the F2 (with the fn key pressed and not pressed) to increase the screen brightness setting.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Misc. Symptoms - 9 3. Important: Check the number of subpixel anomalies with the following chart: LCD Size (inches) 12.1 to 15.2 Acceptable Number of Subpixel Anomalies Replace the Display Bright Dark Combination Bright Dark Combination up to 3 up to 5 up to 7 4 or more 6 or more 8 or more 4. If the number of subpixel anomalies exceeds the acceptable number listed in the chart, replace the display module. 5.
Troubleshooting The computer runs when plugged into a wall outlet but not on battery power Symptom Charts/Misc. Symptoms - 10 1 2 3 Reseat battery to verify battery is seated correctly with battery lock engaged. Try known-good charged battery. Reset the power manager by pressing the reset button (located above and right of the Audio/Video port). Wait five seconds before continuing. Press the power button to start the computer. Note: Make sure the reset button is not caught under the button opening.
Troubleshooting Symptom Charts/Misc. Symptoms - 11 computer. Note: Make sure the reset button is not caught under the button opening. 4 5 6 7 8 The microphone is not working 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The latching mechanism that holds the display closed is not working Warning: Resetting the power manager will permanently remove a RAM disk, if present, and all of its contents. You will also need to reset the date and time (using the Date & Time control panel). Try unit on battery power.
Troubleshooting AirPort Card installed and received a -3278 error Symptom Charts/Misc. Symptoms - 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 Check to make sure using the latest version of AirPort software. Completely shut down, then press the power button to start the computer. Reseat AirPort Card and make sure AirPort antenna cable is fully connected. Remove and reinstall the AirPort software. Replace with known-good AirPort Card. Replace logic board.
