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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — Manual Updates 11 2010-06-15
Updated 16 December 2008
Basics:
• Product Configuratios: Corrected “Better” model number to MB466
• Required Tools: Added EMI-safe tweezers to tools list; added ASD and AHT version numbers
General Troubleshooting:
• Functional Overview: Updated heatsink thermal sensor box; updated memory startup tones
• Block Diagram: Updated memory to DDR3 and Bluetooth to 2.1
• Apple Service Diagnostics: Added new heading and error code...

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — Manual Updates 12 2010-06-15
Updated 19 October 2008
Corrected internal links.
Updated 17 October 2008
• Corrected internal links.
• Take Apart: Reorganized topic sequence following Display Assembly.
• Exploded View: Display Assembly: Corrected display assembly part number to 661-4820.
Manual introduced 14 October 2008  

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 Apple Technician Guide 
Basics
MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)   

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — Overview 14 2010-06-15
Overview
The MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) computer features a powerful new NVIDIA 
GeForce 9400M graphics processor, Multi-Touch trackpad, and aluminum body. Refer to more 
features below.
Identifying Features
The main features and service differences include:
• Aluminum case
• Glass backlit, glossy, widescreen display panel
• Mini DisplayPort connector
• Battery indicator button on left side
• Illustrations for removing the...

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — Overview 15 2010-06-15
Product Configurations
The following table shows the MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) model configurations 
at introduction: 
FeatureBetter (MB466)Best (MB467)
Intel Core 2 Duo processor2.0 GHz2.4 GHz
Memory, DDR3 1066, SO-DIMMs2 GB (2 x 1 GB);  
up to 4 GB (2 x 2 GB)
2 GB (2 x 1 GB);  
up to 4 GB (2 x 2 GB)
Hard Drive, Serial ATA 100 5400 
rpm
160 GB; 
up to 320 GB
250 GB; 
up to 320 GB
Optical Drive (SATA)8x DL Super, 9.5 mm8x...

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — Serial Number Location 16 2010-06-15
Serial Number Location
Serial Number On Top Case
Remove the access door and battery to see the serial number on the inside front wall of the top 
case.
Transferring the Serial Number
When replacing a top case, retain the customer’s top case until the repair is complete. Before 
installing the replacement top case, peel up the serial number label from the original top case 
and transfer it to the replacement.  

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — General Information 17 2010-06-15
General Information
Required Tools 
Caution: To prevent scratches or other cosmetic damage to the computer housing, use a soft 
cloth as a protective layer when removing and installing the external screws.
The following tools are required to service the computer: 
• Clean, soft, lint-free cloth
• ESD wrist strap and mat
• Magnetic Phillips #0 screwdriver
• Magnetic Phillips #00 screwdriver (preferably with a long handle)
•...

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) Basics — General Information 18 2010-06-15
The Glass Panel
Warning: The glass panel for this model is not a serviceable part. If the glass is broken or 
scratched, replace the display assembly. Attempting to remove the glass can permanently 
shatter the display face and damage other parts.
To clean the glass panel, use the Apple polishing cloth (922-8245) and iKlear Apple Polish or 
Brillianize anti-static spray cleaning solution. Alternatively, IPA (isopropyl...

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 Apple Technician Guide 
Troubleshooting
MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)   

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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) General Troubleshooting — Update System Software 20 2010-06-15
General Troubleshooting
Update System Software
Important:  Whenever possible before beginning troubleshooting, ensure the latest software 
and firmware updates have been applied.
Troubleshooting Theory
For general information on troubleshooting theory, go to GSX and find the Service Training 
course menu link. From there you can access the Troubleshooting Theory self-paced course.
Hardware vs. Software...
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