MacBook (13-inch) Take Apart — General Information 10
Vertical-Insert Connectors
Most of the cable connectors on the logic board use a new design that requires special insertion
and extraction. Caution: To prevent damage to the connectors, install them from the front (away
from the cable) when reconnecting vertical-insert cables to the logic board.
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 tools required to service this computer include:
Clean, soft, lint-free cloth
Coin
ESD wrist strap and mat
Magnetic Phillips #0 screwdriver
Magnetic Phillips #00 screwdriver (preferably with a long handle)
Black stick (Apple probe tool, part number 922-5065) or other nonconductive nylon or plastic
atblade tool
Access card (Apple part number 922-7172) to open the top case
Jeweler’s atblade screwdriver
Needlenose pliers
Stack of books, weighted boxes, or other means of support for display while removing
screws from hinge
Thermal grease (Apple thermal compound syringe, part number 922-7144)
Alcohol wipes
Permanent marking, felt-tip pen
Standard size CD or DVD disc
Flashlight or bright lamp
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