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     Service Source iMac (USB 2.0) Updated 6 July 2005 © 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    iMac (USB 2.0) - 1
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     Service Source Basics iMac (USB 2.0) © 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    Overview The iMac (USB 2.0) computers are powered by the PowerPC G4 processors. Three models are available: the 20-inch widescreen LCD (1.25 GHZ), the 17-inch widescreen LCD (1.25 GHZ), and the 15-inch LCD flat screen (1 GHz). The computer also includes 80GB hard drives, 256MB DDR333 SDRAM, two
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    G4 with a clock speed of 1.25 GHz • NVidia GeForce FX5200 Ultra graphics acceleration • SuperDrive New Service Parts for the 20-inch iMac SuperDrive, 661-3108 • Logic Board, 1.25 GHz, 661-2989 • Bottom Housing, 922-6288 • Fan, 922-6215 • Insulators: Rear: 922-6217; Front: 922-6214 • SDRAM, 256 MB,
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    10/100 Ethernet; 56K V.92 fax modem Wireless features Optional 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme Card; optional internal Bluetooth Optional 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme Card; optional internal Bluetooth Optional 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme Card; optional internal Bluetooth What's New iMac (USB 2.0) Basics - 3
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    a particular model of iMac (USB 2.0), check the computer's serial number, which lists the model's configuration. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer, on the metal access plate, or on the inside of the optical drive door (bottom photo). 4 - iMac (USB 2.0) Basics Serial
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    Serial Number Location iMac (USB 2.0) Basics - 5
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     Service Source Take Apart iMac (USB 2.0) © 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    -inch, and the 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. New procedures for the 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0) are listed below. New Procedures The following Take Apart sections were updated: • 20-inch model: Display panel, inverter, back cover, and the neck assembly • Replacement instructions to add copper tape on
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    Service Stand 1. Support the computer by neck and the base (A). Gently position the computer in the service stand with the flat panel facing up (B). 2. Note: The base of the computer can be rotated when servicing internal parts. 2 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart General Information
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    User Access Plate Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Phillips #0 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. User Access Plate iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 3
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    Procedure 1. Loosen the four captive screws on the access panel. 2. Remove the panel by grabbing onto two captive screws and lift the panel off the base. 4 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart User Access Plate
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    AirPort Extreme Card Tools This procedure requires no tools. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. AirPort Extreme Card iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 5
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    . 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. 3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to ground yourself. 4. Unplug the power cord. 5. Pull the plastic tab on the AirPort Extreme
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    (userinstallable) Tools No tools are required for this procedure. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. Note: DIMMs used in this slot should be a low-profile PC2700 (DDR333) SO-DIMM. Only the
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    . 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. 3. Touch a metal surface inside the computer to ground yourself. 4. Unplug the power cord. 5. Release the memory by spreading apart the tabs
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    6. Allow the memory to pop up slightly, and pull it out of the memory slot. Memory, SO-DIMM (user-installable) iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 9
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    Bottom Housing Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-15 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. 10 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Bottom Housing
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    (USB 2.0) display has a different part number (922-6288) from the bottom housing (9225804) used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. Exchange them like-for-like. Replacement Note: These torx screws must be tightened to at least 17 in.-lbs. If you do not have a torque driver, you
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    3. Gently open the bottom housing in the direction of the arrow. Disconnect the cables. 12 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart
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    screw B Bluetooth connector (if Bluetooth board is present, this will be connected) C AirPort connector D AC line filter connector E TMDS video connector F Inverter, speaker, fan connector G Optical cable and connector H Hard drive cable and connector I Power Supply connector iMac (USB 2.0) Take
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    Apple, remove the logic board, modem, RJ-11 board, memory, Bluetooth board (if present), antenna, AirPort Extreme card (if present), and the I/O port covers. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service driver (service tool 076 computer to overheat and damage internal components.
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    to remove the old thermal paste • Plastic stylus or plastic spatula to spread the thermal paste • Thermal paste (922-4757) Part Location Thermal Paste Application iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 15
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    clean. Note: Do not use an abrasive material or liquid cleaner. 2. Squeeze a ball of thermal paste onto the mating surfaces of the thermal pipe. 16 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Thermal Paste Application
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    screws that must be tightened to at least 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated with the top base failure to tighten the torx screws as directed, could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-6 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. 18 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart RJ-11 Modem Filter Board
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    Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is to follow these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer
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    Modem Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-8 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. 20 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Modem
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    Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to
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    procedure requires the following tools: • No tools are required Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. 22 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Memory (factory-installed)
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    board is compatible with the system. The computer accepts double-data rate (DDR) SDRAM the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage
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    Battery Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • No tools are required Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. 24 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Battery
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    from the battery holder. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the
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    bottom of the logic board), Bluetooth board and the Bluetooth extension cable need to be removed from the logic board before returning the board to Apple for service. Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate
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    Procedure 1. Remove the three torx screws (metal) and one plastic screw. Logic Board iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 27
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    new new thermal pads, if you new pads as long as they are not handled excessively. Refer to "Thermal Pad Installation" in this chapter for detailed information. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service driver (service tool 076 computer to overheat and damage internal components.
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    screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the RJ-11 board. • Remove the logic board. Bluetooth Board and Cable iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 29
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    Procedure 1. Ground yourself. Remove the AirPort Extreme card and SO-DIMM memory (if present). 2. Remove the logic board protective cover to access the Bluetooth board 30 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Bluetooth Board and Cable
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    from the Bluetooth board. Note: The Bluetooth wireless extension cable is a separate service part from the Bluetooth board. 5. Lift the Bluetooth board from the connector on the logic board. Warning: Whenever the logic board is separated from the bottom housing, you must install new thermal pads
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • No tools are required Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the RJ-11 board • Remove the logic board. 32
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    housing is opened for service, you must do of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage housing, you must install new thermal pads to three surfaces installing new thermal pads, if you must briefly
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • No tools are required Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the RJ-11 board • Remove the logic board. 34
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    17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage new pads as long as they are not handled excessively. Refer to "Thermal Pad Installation" in this chapter for detailed information. AirPort Antenna Extension Cable iMac
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    • Thermal pad kit (076-0925) Part Location Warning: Whenever the logic board is separated from the bottom housing, you must install new thermal pads to two and could damage internal components. Note: AFTER installing new thermal pads, if you must briefly re-separate the logic board from the
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    the unit apart to this level. 2. Using the thermal pad kit, remove the clear protective backing from the new thermal pads. 3. Place the new thermal pads on the bottom housing. Press down on the blue I/O port covers are on the logic board). Thermal Pad Installation iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 37
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the RJ-11 board. • Remove the logic board. 38
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    you remove the AC line filter. Replace the plug into the opening on the bottom housing before reinstalling the AC line filter. AC Line Filter iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 39
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    service minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal bottom housing, you must install new thermal pads to three surfaces AFTER installing new thermal pads, if you must briefly re
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    procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand with the door facing up. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. Drive Carrier Assembly (Optical and
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    the shield and copper tape off the drive. Replacement Note: When replacing the drive EMI shield, be sure to use the two shorter screws. 42 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Drive Carrier Assembly (Optical and Hard Drive)
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    3. Remove the Airport and Bluetooth antennas from the plastic clip on the side of the drive carrier. Drive Carrier Assembly (Optical and Hard Drive) iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 43
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    fits snugly into the chassis. 5. Disconnect the two power cables; one attaches to the optical drive and the other attaches to the hard drive. 44 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Drive Carrier Assembly (Optical and Hard Drive)
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    ), disconnect the optical drive data cable (see lower arrow), and slide the optical drive out of the carrier. Drive Carrier Assembly (Optical and Hard Drive) iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 45
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    , is different from the drive carrier used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. The 20inch iMac (USB 2.0) drive carrier is shown below. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must clean the original thermal film from all thermal
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    procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand and rotate the door to the right. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier
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    Procedure 1. Remove the two power supply screws circled below. 48 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Power Supply
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    2. Open the optical drive door as shown. Support the metal plate and power supply as you remove the four screws. Important: The two screws near the the shorter screws into their correct location will scratch the top housing. See step 4, Replacement Note. Power Supply iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 49
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    of the chassis (Faraday cage). 4. Note: The power supply on the 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0), 661-3104, is different from the power supply used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. The 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0) power supply is shown below. 50 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Power Supply
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    : Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to
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    procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver • Needlenose pliers Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. 52
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    the Power Supply topic, step 4, Replacement Note, for a picture of what happens when the wrong screws are inserted in the wrong location. Optical Drive Door iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 53
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    2. Slide the optical door guide off the chassis and the door hinge tabs (circled). 3. Carefully remove the two door springs with a needlenose pliers. 54 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Optical Drive Door
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    4. Remove the door hinge screws. 5. Open the door. Optical Drive Door iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 55
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    the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: housing to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. Speaker, Internal
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    Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the
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    the following tools: • Torx-15 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. Fan iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 59
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    The replacement fan includes the mounting bracket. 3. Note: The fan on the 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0), 922-6215, is different (identify by the amps highlighted below) from the fan used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. The 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0) fan is shown below. 60 - iMac (USB
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    is opened for service, you must do bottom housing to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated with the steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic "Thermal
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    : Insulator color and transparency may vary from those shown above. Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. 62
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    2.0), 922-6217 and 922-6214, are different from the insulators used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computers. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you must do two things: 1.You must clean the original thermal film from all thermal interface mating surfaces, and
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    Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove the fan. 64 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Fan Retainer Bracket (under
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    Procedure 1. Remove the four screws connecting the fan bracket to the chassis (Faraday cage). 2. Lift the fan bracket out of the chassis. Note the orientation of the neck cables (see below) in the fan bracket before removing the cables. For orientation purposes, the drive door would be on the right.
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    is opened for service, you must do bottom housing to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated with the these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic "Thermal
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    you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove the fan. • Remove the fan retainer bracket. Fan Gasket iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 67
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    fan gasket off the back of the fan bracket. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to
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    requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove
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    cap. For this step, remove only the three silver screws and the neck cap. (The two black screws secure the neck to the base.) 70 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Cap, Neck Spoke Retainer
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    is opened for service, you must bottom housing to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated with NOT FORCIBLY. Failure to follow these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the
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    the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver • Torx-8 screwdriver for the logo screw Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. 72
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    the fan). • Remove the neck spoke retainer cap. Procedure 1. Pull the neck cables/white spokes out of their slots and into a bundle. Bundle the neck cables to one side. Supporting the base, remove the two black screws that connect the neck to the Faraday base. Chassis (Faraday Cage) iMac (USB
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    2. Carefully feed the neck cables through the hole in the Faraday cage. Important: The Faraday cage is very heavy and has sharp edges; handle with care. 74 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Chassis (Faraday Cage)
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    one screw in the base of the Faraday cage to separate the shell from the Faraday cage. Note: The Faraday cage on the 20-inch iMac (USB 2.0), 922-6204, is heavier and different from the Faraday cage used on the 15-inch and the 17-inch
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    connect the neck to the chassis. Route the neck cables correctly in the base and replace the fan bracket retainer and three remaining neck cap screws. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service torque driver (service tool 076- computer to overheat and damage internal components.
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    in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove the power supply insulators. • Remove the optical drive door. • Remove the internal speaker. • Remove the fan. Antenna, Wireless iMac (USB
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    • Remove the fan bracket under the fan. • Remove the neck spoke retainer cap. • Remove the blind mate connector screws. • Remove the Faraday cage. 78 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Antenna, Wireless
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    Procedure 1. Remove the mounting screw and unclip the board from the Faraday cage. Remove any tape, and carefully separate the antenna board cable from the Faraday cage. 2. Remove the second mounting screw to unclip the antenna from the Faraday cage. Antenna, Wireless iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart -
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    and position the wires against the Faraday cage (as shown). Make sure that the wires lay flat against the inside of the Faraday cage. 80 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Antenna, Wireless
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    computer and return the system to the customer. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer
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    in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove the power supply insulators. • Remove the optical drive door. • Remove the fan. • Remove the fan bracket under the fan. 82 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take
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    • Remove the neck spoke retainer cap. • Remove the blind mate connector screws. Housing, Outer Shell, Plastic iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 83
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    Procedure 1. Remove the two black screws that connect the neck to the base. 2. Carefully feed the neck cables through the hole on the vent cap shown below. 84 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Housing, Outer Shell, Plastic
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    3. Next, carefully separate the outer plastic housing from the neck. 4. Remove one screw in the base of the Faraday cage to separate the white outer shell from the Faraday cage. Housing, Outer Shell, Plastic iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 85
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    is opened for service, you must do bottom housing to a minimum of 17 in.-lbs. Use a torque driver (service tool 076-0899) to ensure that the thermal pipe is firmly mated with the these steps could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic "Thermal
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    Display, 20" Flat Panel Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • 1.5 mm hex tool • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. Display, 20" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 87
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    1. Remove three screws that connect the back cover to the flat panel LCD display. Use the 1.5 mm hex tool to remove these screws. 2. Support the back cover and push on the display bezel (as shown) to separate the display bezel from the display's back panel. 88 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display
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    panel is lowered into place. 4. Raise the display a bit more to access the TMDS display connector. Peel back the black tape. Display, 20" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 89
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    5. Disconnect the TMDS display connector by squeezing the clips (1) on each side of the connector and gently pulling the cable (2) out of the slot. 6. Raise the panel all the way up. Disconnect the power on LED cable (on the left). 90 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 20" Flat Panel
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    7. Disconnect the microphone cable (on the right). 8. Separate the panel from the rear housing/shield. 9. Set the panel face down. Remove the four screws that connect the LCD panel to the display bezel. Display, 20" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 91
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    10. Separate the flat panel display from the front bezel 92 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 20" Flat Panel
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    the EMI Panel Gaskets The following instructions explain how to replace the EMI gaskets on the iMac (USB 2.0) 20-inch panel. Note: If the gasket kit (076-1059) does not come with the replacement panel, remove the gaskets from the defective panel and place them on the new panel. Tools • No tools are
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    display panel. 4. Attach the three gaskets to the side of the panel. Repeat for the other side. 5. Screw the panel to the rear display housing. Connect the panel cables (not shown). Place the black mylar tape over the TMDS cable (not shown) to hold it securely in place. 6. Reassemble the rest
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    shield and EMI gaskets that come with the new LCD panel. Installation instructions are included with the new display panel. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. Display, 17" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 95
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    1. Remove three screws that connect the back cover to the flat panel LCD display. Use the 1.5 mm hex tool to remove these screws. 2. Support the back cover and push on the display bezel (as shown) to separate the display bezel from the display's back panel. 96 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display
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    (B). 4. Raise the display a bit more to access the TMDS display connector located behind the black tape. Peel back the black tape. Display, 17" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 97
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    slot. 6. Raise the panel all the way up. Disconnect the power on LED cable (A) and the microphone cable (B). Set the rear housing/shield aside. 98 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 17" Flat Panel
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    this chapter for instructions. Replacement Note: If you are replacing the display, be sure to install the display shield and EMI gaskets (076-0958) that come with the new LCD panel. Installation instructions are included with the new display panel. Display, 17" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart
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    Replacing the 17"Display Panel 1. After connecting the display cables, position the display into the rear housing. Place the display into the rear rear housing in the direction of the arrows. This will mate the housing and display tabs. 100 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 17" Flat Panel
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    line showing across the back of the rear housing (see below), and the three display-to-housing screw holes align perfectly. Display, 17" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 101
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    requires the following tools: • 1.5 mm hex tool • Plastic stylus to lift the panel Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. 102 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 15" Flat Panel
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    Procedure 1. Remove ten screws connecting the back cover to the flat panel LCD display. 2. It is not necessary to remove the two screws circled below unless you are removing the neck or the panel shield. Display, 15" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 103
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    3. With a plastic tool, raise the display to access cables underneath the flat panel. 4. Disconnect the inverter cable shown below. 104 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 15" Flat Panel
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    5. Raise the display to disconnect the circled items: The inverter cable, the microphone, and the power-on LED. Display, 15" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 105
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    kapton tape, carefully use a screwdriver to pry the ferrite bead from the video cable clip. Pry the ferrite bead from the side or from the back Peel the black tape back to expose the video cable. Gently pull the video cable from the connector. 106 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Display, 15" Flat Panel
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    8. After disconnecting all the cables, you are left with the 15" LCD flat panel service part (661-2582). Display, 15" Flat Panel iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 107
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    Inverter, 20" Display Tools • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Lift the flat panel to access the inverter. 108 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Inverter, 20" Display
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    Procedure 1. Carefully raise the display and disconnect the inverter cables. 2. Remove the four inverter screws (circled below) and disconnect the inverter cable on the left side of the board. 3. Lift the inverter board off the rear housing. Inverter, 20" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 109
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    Inverter, 17" Display Tools Torx-10 screwdriver. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. 110 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Inverter, 17" Display
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    Procedure 1. Remove the four panel screws (circled below) to access the inverter on the left side of the panel. 2. Remove the kapton tape holding the cables in place. Inverter, 17" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 111
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    3. Peel the foil (A) back to access the inverter. Gently pull the inverter (B) off the edge of the display panel. 112 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Inverter, 17" Display
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    Inverter, 15" Display Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-8 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. Inverter, 15" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 113
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    inverter in the direction of the arrow. 2. Turn the inverter over and disconnect the third inverter cable. 3. Remove the inverter from the panel shield. 114 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Inverter, 15" Display
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    This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-8 screwdriver • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. Panel Shield, 15" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 115
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    . 2. Remove the four T-10 screws in the center of the panel shield. Next, release the cables from the metal clips on the panel shield. 116 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Panel Shield, 15" Display
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    3. Remove the side screws, then gently maneuver the cables through the hole in the center of the panel shield. Panel Shield, 15" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 117
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    4. Lift the shield off the back cover being careful not to scratch the white coating on the back cover. 5. CArefully pull the video cable through the hole in the panel shield. 118 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Panel Shield, 15" Display
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    and cannot be ordered separately. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Remove the flat panel display. LED, 20" and 17" Displays iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 119
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    of the display bezel and cannot be ordered separately. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Remove the flat panel display. 120 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Microphone, 20" and 17" Displays
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    requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. • Remove the inverter board. • Disconnect the microphone and LED cables Back Cover, 20" Display
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    Note: Before replacing the back cover or LCD panel, press the rubber pads back into the grooves on the shield before closing the panel. 122 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Back Cover, 20" Display
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    and gently feed the neck cables through the hole. Note: If the iMac is laying in the repair fixture, support the base of the computer when removing the screw shown below. This screw holds the neck to the back cover and the computer is unbalanced when the panel is removed. 4. Align the TMDS connector
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    5. Lift the back cover off the neck extension. 124 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Back Cover, 20" Display
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    Cover, 17" Display Tools This procedure requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. Back Cover, 17" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 125
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    hole in center of the back cover. Note: The hole in the back cover is notched; align the wide TMDS connector with the notches. 126 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Back Cover, 17" Display
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    Back Cover, 15" Display Tools No tools are required. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the flat panel display. • Remove the panel shield. Back Cover, 15" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 127
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    Procedure 1. Lift the display cover off the neck assembly. 128 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Back Cover, 15" Display
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    Neck Extension Identification There are many neck assemblies and display panels for the iMac (Flat Panel) computers. Identify which neck assembly belongs in the system by the 620-xxxx tag attached to the TMDS cable (circled below). Refer to the Neck Identification
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    620-2682 620-2681 620-2580 661-2582, LG 661-3019, LG 661-3020, QDI 661-2991 Neck Assemblies KBase Article For additional information and photos, refer to article 86525: iMac: Flat Panel Neck Assembly Differences. 130 - iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart Neck Extension Identification
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    requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. Neck
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    • Remove the power supply insulators. • Remove the fan. • Remove the fan bracket. • Remove the neck spoke retainer cap. • you are finished, you will be left with the iMac (USB 2.0) neck assembly. The neck assemblies for the 20-inch and the 17-inch iMac (USB 2.0) are shown below. 2. The 20-inch
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    requires the following tools: • Torx-10 screwdriver Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, do the following: • Position the computer in the service stand. • Remove the user access plate. • Remove the bottom housing. • Remove the drive carrier assembly. • Remove the power supply. • Remove
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    (under the fan). • Remove the cap spoke holder. • Remove the blind mate connector screws. • Remove the Faraday cage. • Remove the flat panel display. • Remove the panel shield. • Remove the back cover Procedure The neck assembly (661-2969) for the 15-inch iMac (USB 2.0) computer is shown below
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    Neck Assembly, 15" Display iMac (USB 2.0) Take Apart - 135
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     Service Source Troubleshooting iMac (USB 2.0) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    slot. Important Things to Remember: Service items that still apply to all flat-panel iMac computers: 1. Diagnostic test points are on transfer heat away. This pipe makes a thermal connection to the top metal chassis (Faraday cage) at two locations. These connecting points must be cleaned and have new
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    the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Refer to the topic, "Thermal Paste Application" for detailed information. 8. A service stand, 076-0898, is available from Apple Service to hold the unit while you service the computer. 2 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting General Information
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    Logic Board, Top General Information iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 3
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    Logic Board, Bottom 4 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting General Information
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    is a microcontroller chip that controls all power functions for the computer. The PMU (location shown below) is a computer within a computer. It has memory, software problems can be resolved by resetting the PMU chip. General Information Location of the PMU Button iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 5
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    seconds before connecting the power cord and powering the computer on. If the computer powers on, go to the next step. If the computer does not power on, there is something else wrong with the computer, refer to the symptom/cure, "No Power" in this chapter. 5. Run Apple Service Diagnostic or Apple
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    Test Points The iMac has four test points and one ground pad on the bottom of the logic board. These test points are accessible under the customer access panel via small cutouts in the plastic shielding (see below). These test points provide an easy troubleshooting tool for common problems. To use
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    . 3. With the computer powered off, measure the battery voltage. Does the battery measure at least +3.5v? If no, replace the battery and reset the PMU. If the battery measures +3.5v or higher, reinstall the battery and reset the PMU as above. 8 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting General Information
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    4. Connect the power cord and power up the system again. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, computer to overheat nd damage internal components. Refer to the next topic, "Thermal Paste Application" for detailed information. General Information iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting
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    thermal paste to the thermal pipe in the iMac (USB 2.0) computer. Failure to follow these instructions could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal components. Tools This thermal paste • Thermal paste (922-4757) Paste Location 10 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting General Information
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    you do not have a torque driver, you will have to make sure these screws are tightened by hand FIRMLY, BUT NOT FORCIBLY. Or, purchase the service tool (076-0899) in order to ensure the thermal pipe is firmly mated with the top base. If the bottom housing is not securely attached
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    Instructions Whenever the logic board is separated from the bottom housing, you must install new thermal pad kit, remove the clear protective backing from the new thermal pads. 3. Place the new thermal pads 5. Remove the blue protective backing from the new thermal pads. 6. Replace the logic board.
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    Note: The most recent Apple Hardware Test software can be downloaded from the CD Images page on AppleCare Service Source; go to the Service Source home page and select 'Disc Images' from the quickclick table. Error Codes If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem with a computer, it displays an error
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    cord. 3. Check connection of the power cord on both ends. Verify that the plug is securely plugged into both the A/C outlet and back of the computer. 4. Remove keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals such as speakers. 5. Disconnect the power cord, place the computer in the service stand, and remove
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    securely connected. Pay special attention to the video connector. Power on the unit again. If you still have no power, go on to the next step. Warning: Whenever the bottom housing is opened for service, you 14. Replace the neck assembly. No Power Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 15
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    instructions are included with the new display panel. Additional display shields/gasket kits are also available separately as a kit, part #076-0958. 10. Replace the neck assembly 11. Replace the logic board. 12. Replace the power supply board. 16 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting No Video
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    then wake the computer to ensure the computer is waking from sleep mode. Does the LED pulse now? If yes, there is nothing wrong with the LED. If no, replace the LED (922-4702). Note: The LED on the 15-inch panel can be ordered separately. No LED Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 17
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    left or the right even after a manual adjustment. Note: It is normal for the screen on an iMac (Flat Panel) to have a small amount of horizontal play. However, the screen should be able to be adjusted so retainer off the back panel. 18 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting Display Tilt Symptom Charts
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    4. For either size display, loosen the screws under the metal cable retainer and tilt the screen the opposite direction of the tilt , be sure to install the new display shield and any EMI gaskets that may come with the new LCD panel. Display Tilt Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 19
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    addressable locations (pixels) that render text and images on screen. Each pixel location has three separate subpixels (red, green, and blue) that allow the image with the following chart: LCD Size (inches) 17 to 20 Apple products. 20 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting Display Tilt Symptom Charts
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    mark appears on the screen 1. Boot from the system CD that came with the computer and see if the hard drive mounts on the desktop. 2. Launch Drive Setup and update the hard drive driver. 3. If no hard drive is found in Drive Setup, verify the hard drive cable connections. 4. Replace the hard drive
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    constantly ejects 1. Disconnect all peripheral devices, especially the mouse in cases where the disc is constantly ejecting. 2. Try cleaning the disc. If it is dirty or scratched, it may not mount. 3. Try a different disc. 4. Boot from Apple Hardware Test (hold down the "C" key at startup) or boot
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    with a known-good device. 3. Reset parameter RAM. Press Command-Option-P-R during startup before "Welcome to Macintosh" appears. 4. Verify internal speaker cable is connected. 5. Replace the internal speaker. 6. Replace the logic board. Sound Out Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 23
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    level indicator to judge if the microphone is picking up sound. 2. Check the microphone cable connection. 3. Replace the internal microphone. The internal microphone cable assembly is part of the of 20 -4703. 4. Replace the neck assembly. 24 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting Sound In Symptom Charts
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    SDRAM devices. If the user installs a DIMM that uses EDO or SGRAM devices, the computer will beep several times when the user attempts to restart the computer. 2. Refer to "Power-On Self Test" mentioned earlier in this chapter. Error Beep(s) Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 25
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    CCL is selected. If the problem persists, reinstall system software. 7. Open the bottom housing. Verify the internal RJ-11 modem cable is connected to the modem. 8. Replace the RJ-11 board. 9. Replace the modem. 10. Replace the logic board. 26 - iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting Modem Symptom Charts
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    Cable Note: The Ethernet port on an iMac (Flat Panel) has a special mechanism to prevent modem cables from accidentally being inserted. In some cases, this mechanism can cause difficulty when attempting to in with no further difficulty. I/O Ports Symptom Charts iMac (USB 2.0) Troubleshooting - 27
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     Service Source Upgrades iMac (USB 2.0) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    . Part Location The RAM expansion slot accommodates a standard DDR333 PC2700 complaint SODIMM (small outline, dual inline memory) that uses DDR SDRAM devices. Important: A RAM expansion SO-DIMM for the iMac (USB 2.0) computer must use DDR SDRAM devices. If the user installs an SO-DIMM that uses
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    in the access door. If the red LED is on, power is on, and must be turned off before changing RAM modules. 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 3. Lay the computer down on a soft cloth. 2 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades Memory, SO-DIMM
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    4. Loosen the four captive screws at the base of the computer and gently remove the access panel. Memory, SO-DIMM iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades - 3
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    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. 5. Touch a metal surface inside the computer. 6. Unplug the power cord. 4 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades Memory
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    the memory is completely inserted into the slot. Note: Make certain to push the memory module in the direction of the arrows. Memory, SO-DIMM iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades - 5
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    all cables and restart the computer. Warning: 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 your computer or cause injury. 6 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades Memory, SO-DIMM
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    AirPort Extreme Card Tools • #0 Phillips screwdriver to remove the user access panel. Part Location AirPort Extreme Card iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades - 7
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    before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. Shut down the computer and wait five minutes before continuing. 1. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 2. Lay the computer down on a soft cloth. 8 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades AirPort Extreme Card
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    3. Loosen the four captive screws at the base of the computer and gently remove the access panel. AirPort Extreme Card iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades - 9
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    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. 4. Touch a metal surface inside the computer. 5. Unplug the power cord. 10 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades AirPort
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    the AirPort Extreme Card Note: If you are replacing a defective AirPort Extreme Card, rather than adding a card, remove the defective card before proceeding. 1. Connect the AirPort antenna to the AirPort Extreme Card. 2. Insert the card into the AirPort Extreme slot. Push the card until you hear it
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    all cables and restart the computer. Warning: 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 your computer or cause injury. 12 - iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades AirPort Extreme Card
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    AirPort Extreme Card iMac (USB 2.0) Upgrades - 13
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     Service Source Views iMac (USB 2.0) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    Extreme Card 661-2755 661-3045 Bottom Housing 922-5804 (15" & 17") 922-6288 (20") Cover, Protective Mylar, User Access Area (not shown) 922-6168 Bluetooth Board, Wireless 922-5661 (CTO Only) Bluetooth, Extension Cable 922-5808 (not shown) iMac (USB 2.0) - 1
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    Display Panel, (20", 1.25 GHz, USB 2.0) Screws, Inverter (4) 922-6128 (20") Screws, Rear Housing to Panel (4) 922-6219 (20") Housing, Rear Display (Back Cover and Shield) 922-6138 (20") Inverter 922-6129 (20") Deflector, Wire, Display 922-6213 (20") LCD Display (20") 661-2991 Bezel, Display (20
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    Display Panel, (17", 1.25 GHz, USB 2.0) Housing, Rear Display (Back Cover and Shield) 922-5299 17" LCD Display 661-2715 Deflector, Wire, Display 922-5300 Inverter Assembly 922-5298 Neck Extension with cables (for 17" Display) 661-2825 Bezel, Display 922-5297 iMac (USB 2.0) - 3
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    Display Panel, (15", 1 GHz, USB 2.0) Inverter 922-4717 (identify by EEE code of MFY or MFZ) 922-6196 (identify by EEE code of PXT or Q48) Shield, LCD Display 922-6110 Inverter Shield (included with inverter) Cover, LCD Display (w/logo) 922-4681 Metal Neck Cap 922-6197 Microphone (with cable)
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    Screw Matrix Locator 1 of 8 Bottom Housing Bolts (4) T-15, 922-5104 Grounding Screw to Faraday (1) T-15, 922-4714 Drive Carrier to Faraday (4) T-10, 922-4709 Power Supply (4) T-10, 922-4709 iMac (USB 2.0) - 5
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    Screw Matrix Locator 2 of 8 Speaker (2) T-10, 922-4709 Hard Drive to Carrier to Assy (4) T-10, 922-5105 Optical Drive to Carrier Assy (4) T-10, 922-5107 Power Supply Shield (2) T-10, 922-4707 6 Views
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    Screw Matrix Locator 3 of 8 Metal DVD Shield (2) T-10, 922-4707 Fan (2) T-15, 922-4710 Door Hinge (2) T-10, 922-5108 iMac (USB 2.0) - 7
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    Screw Matrix Locator 4 of 8 Bluetooth Board (2) Phillips #1, 076-1067 3mm and 5 mm Faraday Under Logo (1) T-8, 922-4706 White Plastic Cap 2 Black T-10, 922-5110 White Plastic Cap 3 Silver T-10, 922-5111 8 Views
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    Screw Matrix Locator 5 of 8 White, Plastic Neck Cable Retainer (4) T-10, 922-5112 LCD Bezel for 17" (3) 1.5mm 922-5336 LCD Bezel for 20" (3) 1.5mm 922-6289 LCD Bezel for 15" (10) (10) for 15" 1.5mm 922-5336 Antenna to Faraday (2) T-10 922- iMac (USB 2.0) - 9
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    ( Screw Matrix Locat,or 6 of 8) Deflector, Wire, Display (4) T-10, 17", 20" 922-4723 Logic Board, Metal (3) Plastic (1) T-15 RJ-11 Board (2) T-6 922-5115 10 Views
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    Screw Matrix Locator 7 of 8 Modem (2) T-8 922-5116 AC Line Filter (2) T-10 922-5117 Neck to Back of LCD Display 15" T-10 922-5120 iMac (USB 2.0) - 11
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    ( Screw Matrix Locat,or 8 of 8) Inverter, (20") (4) T8, 922-6218 Panel to Rear Housing (4) T-8, 922-6219 12 Views
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    Chart iMac (USB DVD Shield (2) T-10 922-4707 Fan (2) T-15 922-4710 Door Hinge (2) T-10 922-5108 Fan Bracket to Fan (2) T-25 922-4708 Faraday to Rear Housing 1.5 mm hex (15" & 17") 922-5336 Bluetooth Board (2) 076-1067 kit Phillips #1 Support to Extension (4) 922-5332 (17" & 20") Panel to
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Updated
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2005