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PowerBook G4 (17-inch) Take Apart
Important Notes
• Memory from previous PowerBook models is not compatible with this computer. Do
not use older SDRAM DIMMs or SDIMMs even if they fit into the slot.
• The Bluetooth module is different from the PowerBook G4 (12-inch).
• The AirPort Extreme card assembly has a flex cable glued to the card, making it
unique and specific to this computer.
Tools
The following tools are recommended for the take apart procedures.
• ESD wrist strap and mat
• Soft cloth
• #00 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)
• #0 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)
• #1 Phillips screwdriver (magnetized)
• 4 mm socket wrench
• Needlenose pliers
• Torx T6 screwdriver
• Torx T8 screwdriver
• Black stick (nylon probe tool 922-5065) (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flat-
blade tool)
• X-Acto® knife with straight edge blade
• Multi-compartment screw tray (such as a plastic ice cube tray)
• Kapton® tape
• Voltmeter (for troubleshooting)
• Small low-power magnet (for troubleshooting)
• Apple Pro keyboard and mouse (for troubleshooting)
