The outer Xbox 360 “shell” is entirely screwless. Plastic friction tabs hold the case together. There are many different tutorials for opening the Xbox 360, with different methods. Here are some links to “opening the Xbox 360” tutorials. I decided not to cover opening the Xbox 360 in this tutorial since it is already long enough and there are many other tutorials for opening the Xbox 360.
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You’ll Need Flat-Head Screwdriver Screw Guide PowerBook G4 Al 12? Screw Guide (PDF) To continue, click the Begin Installation button below. Before you start, you’ll need the tools shown to the bottom left. If you don’t have some of the tools, you can buy the tools in bold text from us or you can find them at your favorite local hardware store. For your information, the list to the left contains the components you’ll be removing before you can access your part. iFixit is not responsible for any damages to your computer, including data loss. Computer disassembly and part installation is at your own risk.
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Like most electrical components inside computers, memory is susceptible to damage by static electricity. NEVER handle memory our computer parts if you have any static electric-ity buildup. Before working with sensitive electronics, touch a large metal object to ground yourself. If you have an antistatic ground-ing strap, use it while working with your computer. Overview The memory modules for the PowerBook G4 are easy to install, but the steps in this guide should be followed exactly. Be sure to read this entire instruction guide before you begin.
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If the writing under your display only has the words Macintosh Powerbook G3 as shown, then you have a Lombard. The design of the rear ports is as in the picture below. Note the two USB ports.The Lombard has only USB ports, and no firewire ports. Heat Sync Sound Board Display / TFT / Screen Power / Charger Board Processor /Daughter Board Logic / Motherboard Required Tools Torx T8 Screwdriver available from www.powerbookmedic.com
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There are two versions of the 12 Aluminum powerbook. There is a VGA model that only came with a processor speed of 867mhz, and there is the DVI model which came in all other processor speeds. This manual was made using a DVI model, however the differences between the VGA model and DVI model are noted in the text. Battery Removal Before beginning any repair, remove the battery first! Using a flat head screwdriver or a coin such as a nickel, turn the battery lock to the unlock position as shown. Keep the coin or screwdriver in this position, and simultaneously lift out the battery.
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What you are doing in this mod is to replace Dell’s “Quality” thermal pads with a much more expensive and more effective alternative: copper. The copper acts as a partial medium to transfer exerted heat from the GPU’s core and Video Ram (VRAM) to the casing, the casing to the heat pipe, the heat pipe to the heat sink, the heat sink to the fan. The effectiveness of this is significant and allows safe overclocking with a heat level still lower than it was at all stock settings and parts.
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This Apple Clamshell iBook Repair Manual contains the Battery Removal Keyboard Ram Replacement Trackpad and Ribbon Cable Assembly CD / DVD Drive Replacement Modem Replacement Display Replacement Stiffener Assembly Battery Board Replacement Hard Drive Replacement DC-IN Board Replacement Logic Board Replacement Using a large flathead screwdriver, turn the two battery locks to the left to unlock the battery compartment. Remove the battery cover. Grasp the plastic piece from the battery, and pull up to remove the battery.
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