Apple ibook g4 14 inch mid 2005 User Manual
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 10 Foot and Foot Socket 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw and socket from the bottom case. 4. Repeat for the remaining two feet if you are replacing them or removing the bottom case.
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket
Replacing the Feet and Sockets
1. Install the new socket. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket.
Replacement Note:
When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the
bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case. Pos\
ition the
socket in the bottom case to align the wedge areas. You might need to ro\
tate the
socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-11.png "Page 12
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket
Replacing the Feet and Sockets
1. Install the new socket. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket.
Replacement Note:
When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the
bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case. Pos\
ition the
socket in the bottom case to align the wedge areas. You might need to ro\
tate the
socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case.")
11 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Foot and Foot Socket Replacing the Feet and Sockets 1. Install the new socket. For the best fit, do not reuse the old socket. Replacement Note: When replacing the socket, notice the wedge area on the bottom of the socket and the matching wedge area in the bottom case. Pos\ ition the socket in the bottom case to align the wedge areas. You might need to ro\ tate the socket slightly until it sits flat into the bottom case.
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Foot and Foot Socket 2. With the socket sitting
flat in the bottom case, install the screw.
3. Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape. The socket and foot are keyed:
• The socket has three identical openings and a fourth indented area.
• The foot has three identical raised areas and a fourth smaller raised su\
rface.
4. Install the matching foot by aligning it to the matching areas in the socket. With gentle even pressure, press the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-12.png "Page 13
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Foot and Foot Socket 2. With the socket sitting
flat in the bottom case, install the screw.
3. Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape. The socket and foot are keyed:
• The socket has three identical openings and a fourth indented area.
• The foot has three identical raised areas and a fourth smaller raised su\
rface.
4. Install the matching foot by aligning it to the matching areas in the socket. With gentle even pressure, press the...")
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 12 Foot and Foot Socket 2. With the socket sitting flat in the bottom case, install the screw. 3. Before installing the replacement foot, check the shape. The socket and foot are keyed: • The socket has three identical openings and a fourth indented area. • The foot has three identical raised areas and a fourth smaller raised su\ rface. 4. Install the matching foot by aligning it to the matching areas in the socket. With gentle even pressure, press the...
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13 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield Keyboard and RAM Shield Tools • #0 Phillips screwdriver • Jeweler’s flat-blade screwdriv er (if keyboard is locked) • Small soft cloth Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the battery.
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 14 Keyboard and RAM Shield Procedure 1. Raise the display so you can access the keyboard. 2. Make sure the keyboard locking screw, located in the small plastic tab next to the Num Lock key, is not in the locked position. The iBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. To unlock the keyboard, turn the screw 1/2 turn.
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield
3. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left
of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward
the display.
4. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rest.
Note:
Two magnets under the keyboard help anchor it in place, so you might fe\
el
resistance when you tilt it up.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-15.png "Page 16
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield
3. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left
of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward
the display.
4. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rest.
Note:
Two magnets under the keyboard help anchor it in place, so you might fe\
el
resistance when you tilt it up.")
15 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 3. Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F12 keys), then lift the top portion of the keyboard up slightly, and toward the display. 4. Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rest. Note: Two magnets under the keyboard help anchor it in place, so you might fe\ el resistance when you tilt it up.
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Keyboard and RAM Shield 5. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity,
as shown.
Important:
To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by
touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or insta\
ll any
components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building bac\
k up in your
body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installat\
ion...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-16.png "Page 17
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Keyboard and RAM Shield 5. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity,
as shown.
Important:
To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by
touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or insta\
ll any
components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building bac\
k up in your
body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installat\
ion...")
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 16 Keyboard and RAM Shield 5. Touch a metal surface on the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity, as shown. Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage, always ground yourself by touching the computer’s framework before you touch any parts or insta\ ll any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity building bac\ k up in your body, do not walk around the room until you have completed the installat\ ion...
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7. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer.
8. Locate the keyboard cable connector.
9. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases.
Important:
Pull straight up; do not twist or pull the cable sideways.
Note:
If necessary, use your fingers to pry up the connector from side to sid\
e.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-17.png "Page 18
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iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield
7. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer.
8. Locate the keyboard cable connector.
9. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases.
Important:
Pull straight up; do not twist or pull the cable sideways.
Note:
If necessary, use your fingers to pry up the connector from side to sid\
e.")
17 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Keyboard and RAM Shield 7. Lift the RAM shield out of the computer. 8. Locate the keyboard cable connector. 9. Firmly grasp the cable, and carefully pull it straight up until the connector releases. Important: Pull straight up; do not twist or pull the cable sideways. Note: If necessary, use your fingers to pry up the connector from side to sid\ e.
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Keyboard and RAM Shield 10. Install the replacement keyboard and RAM shield.
Make sure the replacement keyboard is firmly seated:
• Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.
• Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and i\
nsert 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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/462/38817/w300_ibook-g4-14-inch-mid-2005-18.png "Page 19
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Keyboard and RAM Shield 10. Install the replacement keyboard and RAM shield.
Make sure the replacement keyboard is firmly seated:
• Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case.
• Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and i\
nsert 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...")
iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart - 18 Keyboard and RAM Shield 10. Install the replacement keyboard and RAM shield. Make sure the replacement keyboard is firmly seated: • Flip the keyboard back toward the keyboard opening in the case. • Hold the keyboard at a 45-degree angle above the keyboard opening, and i\ nsert 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...
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19 - iBook G4 (14-inch Mid 2005) Take Apart Memory Card Memory Card Warning: Memory cards come in various speci fications. Only install memory cards that are approved for this computer. Tools No tools are required for this procedure. Part Location Preliminary Steps Before you begin, remove the following: • Battery • Keyboard and RAM shield (but do not disconnect the keyboard cable)