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Service Source PowerBook G4 (12-inch) PowerBook G4 (12-inch) PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) Updated September 16, 2003 © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Service Source Take Apart PowerBook G4 (12-inch) PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) © 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. General Information Overview Some of the key features that distinguish these computers from earlier notebook models include: · 12-inch active-matrix display in aluminum alloy enclosure · built-in Bluetooth · slot load optical drive · optional AirPort Extreme Card and Base Station General Information PowerBook G4 (12-inch) Take Apart - 1 Model Differences The external housing of the PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) model looks the same as the PowerBook G4 (12-inch) model except for one port. To distinguish the models, look for a mini-DVI port (shown below) on the PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) computer. PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) The mini-DVI port is used with an adapter cable to connect the computer to a monitor, television, VCR, or other video device. The adapter cables that can be used with this port include a mini-DVI-to-DVI adapter, a mini-DVI-to-VGA adapter, and a mini-DVI-to-S-Video adapter. By contrast, the PowerBook G4 (12-inch) computer has a video-out VGA port instead of a mini-DVI port. PowerBook G4 (12-inch) Specific model differences that are noted in the Take Apart procedures include · Reed Switch Board and Cable--For the PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) model, this part is called the "Hall Effect Sensor Board and Cable," but the procedure is the same. · DC-to-DC Board--The component layout on the board differs, but the procedure is the same. · Heatsink--The heatsink shape and thermal pad placement differs. · Inner Frame--The main frame shape differs, but the procedure is similar. · RJ11 Modem Board--The procedure is the same, but the placement of the tape that secures the cable differs. · Fan--The fan is secured to the heatsink in the PowerBook G4 (12-inch) model, but it is secured to the inner frame in the PowerBook G4 (12-inch DVI) model. · Logic Board--The component layout on the board differs, but the procedure is the same. · Optical Drive--The slot load bezel must be transferred to a replacement optical drive for the PowerBook G4 (12-inch) model only. Important: Unless other specific differences are noted, procedures in this chapter apply to both models. 2 - PowerBook G4 (12-inch) Take Apart General Information Tools Most of the tools required for taking apart these computers are the same as for earlier notebook models; however, there are three new tools: · 1.5 mm hex driver (small hex head screwdriver) for the top case and display housing · 4 mm socket wrench or needlenose pliers for the DC-to-DC board · tweezers or needlenose pliers (for replacing a foot or for routing thin cables such as the AirPort antenna cable) The following tools are recommended for these computers: · Coin · ESD wriststrap and mat · Small soft cloth · Black stick (or other