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PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW 800_1.5/1.33GHz) Take Apart
General Information
Some key features common to both that distinguish these computers from earlier
PowerBook models include:
• New aluminum alloy enclosure
• Built-in Bluetooth
• Built-in FireWire 800 port
• Supports USB 2.0
• Uses double-data rate (DDR) memory
• Optional AirPort Extreme card
• Optional fiber optic backlit keyboard with ambient light sensors
• New battery pack
New Procedures
If you are familiar with taking apart notebook computers, there are a few critical
differences:
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Important:
The top case removal has two critical removal steps:
– Clips behind the optical drive felt must be disengaged before the top case can be
lifted off.
– There are two flex cables (keyboard and multifunction trackpad) from the top case
to the logic board. Carefully lift the top case to avoid pulling these connectors off
the main logic board.
• The keyboard is secured with screws accessible from under the top case.
• Memory cards are easily accessible from the bottom of the computer.
Important:
To
avoid applying too much pressure onto the memory slot locking tabs, spread the tabs
apart when installing memory cards.
• The AirPort Extreme card is easily installed or replaced through a door in the main
battery compartment.
• The quantity and types of screws differ from earlier models.
Important Memory Note
Memory from the previous 15-inch (Titanium) PowerBook is not compatible with this
computer.
Memory from the PowerBook G4 (15-inch FW800) is compatible, however, not all memory
compatible with the PowerBook G4 (1.5/1.33GHz) will be compatible with the PowerBook
G4 (15-inch FW800).