Apple AIRPORTCARD Installation Instructions

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    an existing AirPort Card, if present. • Install the AirPort Card. • Attach the bottom case to the computer. • Reinstall the battery and reconnect any cables. Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at: http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/. Tools
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    sure the display hangs over the edge of the table and rests lightly on your lap. Soft cloth Top of display in your lap 2 - PowerBook G4 AirPort Card
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    help you remove the bottom case and prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer while installing the AirPort Card. 6. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the eight screws that secure the bottom case to slip out of the screw head during removal. 1 4 3 2 5 8 7 6 PowerBook G4 AirPort Card - 3
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    time from within the battery compartment, pushing away from you at the right-most edge of the bottom case, until the right side releases. 4 - PowerBook G4 AirPort Card
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    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. PowerBook G4 AirPort Card - 5
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    case to install properly. 3. If the AirPort Card to be installed came with the AirPort adapter, remove the metal clip and pull the AirPort Card from the adapter. (The adapter and metal clip are not used with your PowerBook.) AirPort Card AirPort Adapter Metal Clip 6 - PowerBook G4 AirPort Card
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    a new installation, pull out the AirPort antenna cable connector from its holder. Antenna Cable Connector Holder Antenna Cable Connector 5. Pull up on the top part of the AirPort Card connector at the insertion end to raise it up slightly, if it is not already up. 6. Position the AirPort Card with
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    AirPort Card. Make sure the connector is straight before inserting it into the card. 8. Push the AirPort Card and the AirPort Card. Verify that card slot area (below the AirPort Card). AirPort Card over the top of the card. Note: The plastic tab must be folded over the card during the installation
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    alignment. Important: To avoid damaging the case, be careful that the screwdriver tip does not slip out of the screw head during tightening. 8 5 Tab 6 7 1 3 2 4 PowerBook G4 AirPort Card - 9
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    cord and any other cables. Restart your computer. Warning: Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal, external, and case parts are securely installed. Operating the computer when its case is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury. 10 - PowerBook G4 AirPort Card
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    Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. Apple Computer, Inc. 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 http://www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. PowerBook G4 AirPort Card
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PowerBook G4
AirPort Card
Installation Instructions
Be sure to follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in damage to your equipment and may void
your warranty.
Warning:
Sharp edges may exist inside your computer and on any parts
you may remove or install. Use caution to avoid injury.
Installing an AirPort Card requires these basic steps:
Turn off the computer.
Remove any cables and the battery.
Remove the bottom case from the computer.
Remove an existing AirPort Card, if present.
Install the AirPort Card.
Attach the bottom case to the computer.
Reinstall the battery and reconnect any cables.
Note:
Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts
are available at:
Tools Required
Phillips screwdriver
Soft towel or cloth, larger than the PowerBook
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Static electricity, a normal and natural phenomenon, builds up on your body
as you walk around. You experience an electrostatic discharge (ESD) when
you touch an object and feel a shock or see a spark. ESD can cause
damage to the internal components of your computer. To avoid ESD
damage, read and follow all instructions.