K Service Source iMac (Early 2001) Marketing Reference: Winter 2000-2001 Note: The procedures for this product are almost identical to the iMac (Summer 2000) computer. To differentiate the two models, refer to the individual Service Source chapters, the Knowledge Base, or the Technical Information Library. © 2001 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. K Service Source Take Apart iMac (Early 2001) Marketing Reference: Winter 2000-2001 Take Apart Important: Take Apart Information - 1 Important: Take Apart Information The take apart procedures for the iMac (Early 2001) computers are identical to take apart procedures for iMac (Summer 2000) slot loading computers. The slot loading iMac is referenced in all the pictures in this chapter. Visible Differences on the iMac (Early 2001): • North American models have white power-on LEDs • New styles including Blue Dalmation and Flower Power, in addition to Indigo and Graphite • North American 500 MHz and 600 MHz models: – have a new logic board – have a CD-RW drive – utilize a thermal pad (922-4364) to help cool the microprocessor – the divider panel is bumped-out where the thermal pad attaches to the divider panel Take Apart Important: Take Apart Information - 2 Tools The following tools are recommended for the take apart procedures: • phillips screwdriver (No.1 and No.2) • a stubby (short) phillips screwdriver • plastic flatblade screwdriver to release tabs on plastic housing • jeweler’s screwdriver • CRT discharge tool • needlenose pliers • ESD mat Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 3 Procedures Bottom Housing With Flip Foot Before you begin, position the computer face down, resting the computer on an ESD mat or other soft surface. Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 4 1. Using a plastic flatblade screwdriver, remove the VGA vented cover. 2. Remove the two screws near the flip foot. Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 5 3. Remove the video out access door from the bottom housing. Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 6 4. Remove the two outer screws located near the video out port. Replacement Note: The bottom housing uses two sizes of screws. The two shorter screws attach near the flip foot. Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 7 5. Pull the bottom housing off the computer. Take Apart Bottom Housing With Flip Foot - 8 Bottom Housing Replacement Note 1. Align the three tabs on the bottom housing with the tab slots on the front outer bezel. Ensure that the center tab is properly aligned or CDs and DVD discs may not eject from the slot. 2. Lower the bottom housing into place and replace the screws.