Apple macbook 13 inch aluminum late 2008 User Manual

							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 sensor chart
Symptom Charts: 
• Added step 6 to “Won’t Start Up” quick check chart
• Updated step 6 of “Intermittent Shutdown” deep dive chart
• Updated “No Video/Bad Video” deep dive chart
• Updated “Defective Camera” charts
• Added Unlikely causes to Blank/No Video chart
• Added Unlikely causes to Backlight Issue/No Backlight chart; added symptoms to quick 
check chart
• Added Unlikely causes to Noise/Unstable Flickering chart
• Updated “Built-In Keyboard Does Not Work Properly” charts
• Updated “Specific Keys Don’t Work” quick check chart; added Unlikely causes
• Updated “Built-In Keyboard Has Dim or No Keyboard Backlight” deep dive chart
Take Apart: 
• Connector Types on Logic Board: Added tweezers for Locking Lever flex cable
• Battery: Added note to seat battery connector
• Hard Drive: Replaced steps 4-6 of Installing Mac OS X and Applications
• Display Assembly: Added Important Note reminding technician to install a new thermal pad 
on the AirPort Card whenever the display assembly is removed and replaced
• AirPort Card: Updated image in replacement step 1; noted using black stick
• Optical Drive: Revised step 3 to disconnect cable
• Fan: Added black stick to release fan connector
• Logic Board: Added tweezers for locking-lever flex cables
• Hard Drive Front Bracket with IR/Sleep Cable: Added tweezers for locking-lever flex cables
Views: 
• Exploded View: Display Assembly: Added international AirPort Card part numbers
Updated 17 November 2008
• Take Apart: Added important replacement step in AirPort Card topic alerting technicians 
to check that the AirPort cable is inserted properly into the AirPort Card connector. If the 
cable is inserted backwards, it will damage the logic board.
• Troubleshooting: Updated steps in the Burnt Smell/Odor symptom. Added step 3 to the 
Quick Check table as a reminder to verify AirPort cable connection.  
						

							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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							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 battery, hard drive, and memory cards are pictured on the 
inner side of the access door. 
• Product identification label is on top case front edge, visible when the access door and 
battery are removed.
• Logic board, MagSafe board, and some other components have a uniform black color with 
no component silkscreening.  
						

							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 DL Super, 9.5 mm
KeyboardStandardBacklight
HousingAluminumAluminum
Display13.3-inch glass LCD, 1280x800, 114 dpi, LED backlight, 
glossy finish
Battery45-Whr Lithium Ion
Power Adapter60 W MagSafe
Note About Images in This Manual
Because a pre-production model was used for most of the images shown in this manual, you 
may notice small differences in appearance between the image pictured and the computer you 
are servicing. However, although the appearance may differ, the steps and sequence are the 
same unless noted. 
Screw sizes shown are approximate and indicate the total length including the screw head.  
						

							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.  
						

							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)
• Torx T6 screwdriver
• Black stick (Apple probe tool, part number 922-5065) or other nonconductive nylon or 
plastic flatblade tool
• Tri-lobe Large #0 driver (Apple part number 922-8991) for trackpad replacement
• Tri-lobe Small #00 driver (Apple part number 922-9013) for trackpad replacement
• Torx T5 screwdriver from regional supply vendor for trackpad replacement
• EMI-safe plastic or nylon tweezers for installing flex cables (optional)
• Thermal grease (Apple thermal compound syringe, part number 922-7144)
• Alcohol wipes
• Permanent marking, felt-tip pen (optional)
• Pencil with eraser
• Foam wedge fixture for display assembly removal (Apple part number 922-8779)
• Kapton tape
• Digital volt meter (troubleshooting)
Refer to Knowledge Base article “Hand Tools for Desktop and Portable Repairs--AP/CA/EU/JP/
LA/US” to purchase tools:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=500200
In addition, the following software programs are required for troubleshooting: 
• Apple Service Diagnostic (ASD), version 3S125 or later
• Apple Hardware Test, version 3A148 or later  
						

							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 alcohol) can be used. 
Keycap Replacement
Service packages of 78 replacement keycaps are now available in the U.S. and Canada (U.S. 
version keyboard only) for designated MacBook and MacBook Pro computers. The packages 
allow you to replace individual keycaps rather than the entire top case. 
There are four different keycap packages, based on the color of the key and the type of 
keyboard (version D and S). 
Part numberKey colorKeyboard
922-9277BlackVersion D
922-9279BlackVersion S
922-9278WhiteVersion D
922-9280WhiteVersion S
For step-by-step instructions, refer to the relevant support article: “MacBook/MacBook Pro: 
Black Keycap Replacement” (HT4002) or “MacBook: White Keycap Replacement” (HT4003). 
For an overview of the differences among keycap procedures, refer to “MacBook/MacBook 
Pro: Keycap Replacement Matrix” (HT4001).  
						

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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
For information on how to isolate a hardware issue from a software issue, refer to:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1388?viewlocale=en_US
TS1394—Mac OS X: Troubleshooting installation and software updates 
HT2956—Troubleshooting Mac OS X installation from CD or DVD 
For information on how to troubleshoot a software issue, refer to:
HT1199—Mac OS X: How to troubleshoot a software issue