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Connector Types on Logic Board, Vertical Insertion, Low-Profile Solid, Platform Flex

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Connector Types on Logic Board The Mac mini (Mid 2010) has many small and delicate cable connectors and screws. Use extra care and finesse to avoid damaging components. Vertical Insertion (JST) On the logic board are two types of connectors, each requiring special handling. Make sure you read these tips before disconnecting and installing the connectors. • Important: These connectors are extremely fragile. Use extreme care. Major repairs may be needed if damaged. • Use a black stick under the cable, next to the connector, with a finger over the top for support, or grasp cables with tweezers, and lift straight up to remove. • Keep connector level to board when disconnecting and reconnecting. • When connecting, verify that the grooves in the connector face down. • Press evenly when reconnecting or connector can be tipped up and not fully seated. Low-Profile Solid Platform Flex • Use black stick and gentle rocking motion to release tension to remove cable. • Keep connector level to board and press evenly to install cable. • 2010-08-03 Mac mini (Mid 2010) Take Apart - General Information 90

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Mac mini (Mid 2010) Take Apart — General Information
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2010-08-03
Connector Types on Logic Board
The Mac mini (Mid 2010) has many small and delicate cable connectors and screws. Use extra
care and finesse to avoid damaging components.
On the logic board are two types of connectors, each requiring special handling. Make sure you
read these tips before disconnecting and installing the connectors.
Vertical Insertion
(JST)
•
Important:
These
connectors are
extremely fragile. Use
extreme care. Major
repairs may be needed
if damaged.
•
Use a black stick under
the cable, next to
the connector, with
a finger over the top
for support, or grasp
cables with tweezers,
and lift straight up to
remove.
•
Keep connector
level to board when
disconnecting and
reconnecting.
•
When connecting,
verify that the grooves
in the connector face
down.
•
Press evenly when
reconnecting or
connector can be
tipped up and not fully
seated.
Low-Profile Solid
Platform Flex
•
Use black stick and
gentle rocking motion
to release tension to
remove cable.
•
Keep connector level
to board and press
evenly to install cable.
•