Apple POWERBOOK G4 073-0600 user manual

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 PowerBook G4 / PowerBook G4 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Bottom Case
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: Sharp edges can exist inside your computer and on any parts being
removed or installed. Use caution to avoid injury. K

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4. Place a towel or soft cloth on a table in front of you. (Figure 1A) The towel or cloth will protect the keyboard and display area of the PowerBook when you flip it over to remove the battery and bottom case. Make sure it covers an area large enough for your PowerBook and that it hangs over the edge of the table. 5. With the display open at an angle greater than 90 degrees, carefully flip the PowerBook over and lay it flat, fully on the table. Make sure the display hangs over the

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7. Using the appropriate screwdriver, remove the eight bottom case screws in the order shown in the illustration. (Figure 3) Important: To avoid damaging the case, be careful that the screwdriver tip does not slip out of the screw head during removal. Figure 3 1 4 3 2 5 8 7 6 Note: The following three steps explain how to remove the bottom case by disengaging it at the left and right sides and then carefully pivoting it forward. Important: During this procedure, do not push on th

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9. Place your hands on the bottom case as shown (Figure 5) and push away from you until the right side releases. Figure 5 10. When both sides have released, lift up on the edge of the bottom case that is closest to you; carefully and evenly pivot it over the front edge of the computer until it releases. (Figure 6) Important: Do not twist the bottom case from side to side. Slide the case forward completely before lifting it up. If you feel any resistance when lifting the bottom ca

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Installing the Replacement Bottom Case 1. To install the new bottom case, place it over the bottom of the computer in the same orientation as the original bottom case. 2. Align the notches on the right and left sides of the case (some of these can be viewed through the battery opening). Then press down and toward you slightly to secure the case. Important: Make sure that the seams between the bottom case and the frame are closed. Verify that the case lies flat and fits p

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® 5. Replace the battery. (Figure 8) Important: Make sure that the battery locks securely into place and that the battery latch is slid all the way into the locked position. Figure 8 6. Turn the computer over so that the optical drive slot faces you. Verify that the bottom case is flush with the front edge of the slot. If the case is slightly bowed and there is a gap near the center of the slot, carefully pull the bottom edge of the slot until it clicks into place and becomes flush w

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7. Reconnect the power cord and any other cables that were connected, and restart your computer. Warning: Never turn on your 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 your computer or cause injury.  Apple Computer, Inc. © 2001 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consen