MacBook 13 inch Hard Drive Replacement Instructions (DIY)
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different models of the MacBook (13-inch) portable computer. Wait 30 minutes to allow the computers internal components to cool. Unplug all external cables from the computer ...
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MacBook (13-inch) 073-1045 Rev. B Hard Drive Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this document carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could damage your equipment and void its warranty. Note: These instructions apply to different models of the MacBook (13-inch) portable computer. While some models may look slightly different from the one shown in the illustrations, the steps for all models are the same. Backing Up Your Data Warning: Before replacing your hard drive, make sure you back up all data on the drive. Tools Required The following tools are required: Clean, soft, lint-free cloth Coin Phillips 1 screwdriver (preferably with a long handle) Stiff, plastic, nonmagnetic card (such as a library card) Opening the Computer Shut down the computer. Warning: Always shut down the computer before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer, the internal components can be very hot. Let the computer cool down for 30 minutes before continuing. Wait 30 minutes to allow the computers internal components to cool. Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord. 1. 2. 3. MacBook (13-inch) Hard Drive Unplug the power cord. Warning: The power supply in your computer is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is off. If the power supply needs service, contact your Apple reseller or Apple Authorized Service Provider. Turn over the computer and place it on a soft cloth. Use a coin to release the battery latch. Turn the coin a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery. Lift out the battery from the battery bay. 4. 5. 6. 7. MacBook (13-inch) Hard Drive 3 Touch a metal surface inside the battery bay to discharge any static electricity. Important: Always discharge static before you touch any parts or install any components inside the computer. To avoid generating static electricity, do not walk around the room until you have finished working and closed the computer. Removing the Hard Drive Note: Before you can remove the hard drive, you must remove the battery and RAM door. Loosenbut do not try to removethe three captive screws along the RAM door. 8. 1. MacBook (13-inch) Hard Drive Holding the long end of the L-shaped RAM door, pivot it out from the battery bay. If necessary, use a nonmagnetic, plastic card (such as a library card) to tilt the RAM door up and out of the battery bay. Be careful not to bend the RAM door. Important: Remember to replace the RAM door after you have finished working inside your computer. The computer will not function properly if the RAM door is not replaced. 2. 3. MacBook (13-inch) Hard Drive Unroll the hard drive pull tab. Pull the tab straight out to slide the drive out from the recessed rubber rails in the battery bay. 4. 5. MacBook (13-inch) Hard Drive Hold the drive only by the sides when removing ...
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