Mac Repair Guides for Apple Macbook, iPad, Powerbook iPhone & iPod

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Paul 9 years ago	What is the soft heat sensitive adhesive used to hold assemblies in place in the 7th gen ipod nano and where can I get it? Is there a suitable alternative?
Powerbook Medic 9 years ago	@Itzel - you may want to check the connection of your click wheel and possibly replace it.
Itzel 9 years ago	It won't let me scroll down up or switch songs
Powerbook Medic 10 years ago	@Donald - I don't believe bluetooth was added until the 7th gen nanos.
Donald M Reader 10 years ago	Can I access Bluetooth thru my I-Pod Nano 5th Gen?
Powerbook Medic 10 years ago	@Joe - it can be the LCD cable needs to be reseated or it could be a bad LCD or even a bad logic board. I'd start with the cable, make sure it isn't torn anywhere, then start replacing parts if it is feasible.
Joe 10 years ago	The A1320 playes fine… wheel works but the screen does not display anything … it is lit white but nothing on screen. screen turns on and off but blank white… what is the problem? how to fix it?
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Powerbook Medic 10 years ago	@Joe - you'll most likely need to replace the LCD. If you plan on repairing it yourself, you may want to check out everything else inside too for any corrosion damage.
Joe 10 years ago	I accidently washed my Ipod A1320 it still works great, but the LCD display screen ii dim what can I do?
iPod 11 years ago	fais pour suprimer les photo
rich 11 years ago	how do i turn of internal speaker
Ipod out of memory, won't play anymore 11 years ago	Ipod won't play. Last time I downloaded a song, said it was out of memory. I deleted albums, and still, won't play. I reset it -and it will allow me to pick a song, but when you hit select, nothing happens. I have it siting in a dock.
bob jones 11 years ago	Mine is stuck on the apple logo. Tried the menu/select trick but no go. Any thoughts?
Powerbook Medic 11 years ago	@Moe - we fix them here, but it is hard to say if it is repairable until we get it here and open it up and look at the damage.
Moe 11 years ago	I got all the way to the part of the camera, but got stuck at removing the "led light". There are 2 round objects separated by an oblong white plastic object, presuming the 1 closer to the end is the camera/lens itself and the other a mic (maybe). Which one is the LED light? What does it look like? Is it the oblong white object, or is it 1 of the 2 round objects. This is a great video BTW. My ipod nano 5th G got saturated in carrot juice on my way to the gym. I did not discover this for about an hour. Trying to take apart to see if I can clean it up. I'm sure it is different with water vs. sweet carrot juice w/pulp. I tried the rice thing but it did not work. If all else fells is there place I can to have it repaired? Thanks much!
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Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Azael - it is most likely the headphone board. We sell it in the parts list to the right. Worst case scenario is the logic board.
Azael Cam 12 years ago	i have a 5th generation ipod nano, when i play music on it the sound is staticy and distorted plus, when headphones are unplugged the speaker is so quiet i hav e to put it up to my ear to hear a sound i dont mind the speaker but can the static playback be fixed?
Artmontes 12 years ago	Video did not mention spring and small rod that fell out when I removed the wheel. It also failed to caution on the small white plastic "logic board" clip that also fell out and where to replace it.
rehan 12 years ago	wow
Tim 12 years ago	97 comments and no mention of the copious amounts of glue or tape holding things together and keeping them from moving?? The one we just took apart had so much that couldn't be gotten to that it was impossible to do without damaging things. :-/
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Prohackerlisbon - if the switch itself operates fine, it is most likely the logic board itself.
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Michael - it is either the battery or the logic board.
Prohackerlisbon 12 years ago	So , already open my ipod just on top and the lock sistem is great but it won´t unlock ! What should i do ??
Prohackerlisbon 12 years ago	Please help ! My IPOD lock button is locked for ever , what should I do ?
Michael 12 years ago	My Nano G5 suddenly quit charging? Is it the battery? I had just used it all day a few days earlier. I plug it into the charger. The hold button is off, and the click button does nothing. There is not even a back light.
Jolly 12 years ago	@Powerbook i can record video & play back: without though. That's another thing i've noticed. I can only record using my nokia jack plug ear/mic phone. I think that's d only way i can get audio on recorded videos . Secondly, i've tried so hard 2 get my songs outta dat ipod & into my pc, 4 BACKUP sake, since d guy is acting sick (i mean my ipod). Anyway i use windows 7 basic. I guess vista should help me wit that, but i can't downgrade...My pc won't let me. I just can't process all these anymore... That's y i'm placing it on d "pro's-table" thanks Powerbook M.
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Jolly - I would try to reset the ipod with itunes. otherwise, the videos may be incompatible. check and see if you can record something and play it back.
Jolly 12 years ago	Hey peepz! Wat's up? Pls can some1 help me wit my A1320... It's has never played a video. Regardless d fact i got 3gp videos on it. When i press play, it enters 'play ' mode but never plays... It just remains blank. I'm so fraustrated.
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Joe - you'll most likely need to replace the logic board.
Joe 12 years ago	the cable i have came apart and the colour wires that were soldered came off. I tried reattaching and i ended up mixing the wires. When i connect to the computer itunes does not pop up at all, i can only recharge the ipod and thats it. What do i have to replace to get it working properly. Thanks
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Tonny - you'll typically need to replace the headphone board.
Tonny 12 years ago	Hey I have a problem with my Nano 5g ipod. At first I used to get sound from both earphones but now its only one working. I have tried other earphones but its not working. What can I do?
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@dranreb - I'm not sure what issue you were having. You may want to request a repair quote from the Send-in Mac Repair link at the top and one of our techs will respond to you.
dranreb 12 years ago	I have nano 5th gen. the problem is didnt work. i buy a new 1 to replace it but still it didnt work. the worst is it isnt responding at all. any one ca help me? thank you.
DeLuca2400 12 years ago	I have seen videos on how to install flash memory cards on older ipod videos and i was wondering if I could add a 32 gb flash card to my ipod nano 5g and if I can will I be able to use all 32 gb?
Powerbook Medic 12 years ago	@Devendra - that would typically be a LCD issue.
DEVENDRA DALAL 12 years ago	SUP UP..ULTIMATE..HOW TO SOLVE BACKLIGHT PROBLEM ?
genelinux 12 years ago	wonderful now can i repair my ipod 5th
leander 13 years ago	i've got this second hand nano 5g i-pod. but i washed it about 10 days ago, it works perfectly fine but only the battery wont charge anymore, it will show me it is charged after leaving it plugged in for a long time but as soon as i disconnect it it will show me it is out of battery. i think it has something to do with water in the battery or logic board, would it be worth a shot trying to take it apart and see what is wrong with the battery? i know i can trust myself doing this or at least my father, thanks.
B-Fat 13 years ago	hey man. my headphones dont work like they should. i get sound from both the speaker and the headphones. but the speaker is louder. i need some help man.
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Dottie - we don't have a source for owners manuals, but Apple may have a digital version available for free on their support site.
Dottie 13 years ago	I just bought an ipod model #a1320 (looks just like the one your working on above and it's a 16) at a pawn shop but he did not get the owners manual with it, would you be kind enough to guide me in the right direction to get one? Thank you very much!!! Dottie / Rhode Island
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Candice - that is typically the battery itself. Unfortunately with these, the battery is soldered onto the logic board.. so you'll need to solder a new one or replace the whole logic board with battery.
Candice 13 years ago	Hi, fascinated you watching taking a nano apart! Wouldn't trust myself, maybe my partner could do it...... My Nano 5th gen seems to run out of battery very quickly, what can I do? Many thanks
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Jacky - It is most likely the logic board if I am understanding you correctly.
Jacky 13 years ago	how can i result the problem of volume so i think this is a problem touch. please tell me what i have to do
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@kim - you should be able to find a digital copy online from Apple, but if you need an original printed one, you'd probably have to go through eBay.
kim 13 years ago	I was given a ipod model #a1320 I need a owners manuel how do I get one
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Steve - most likely the clickwheel just needs to be reseated. It may be off of alignment so its not pushing the button smoothly.
Steve 13 years ago	My iPod a1320 menu button Is hard to press ever things else works perfectly fine just it take some force and a couple try's to get back to the menu
At-Roals 13 years ago	I formated My Ipod and some of the program disapied
jayleena 13 years ago	mine worked fine this mornen now it has no response & screen is black. i can plug it in & still nothing.
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@mark - i would guess the flash memory has gone bad. You'll probably need a new logic board.
mark 13 years ago	hey guys please help my ipod A1320 has no free memory its 0kb. . i dont know why but theres no files or music install!! and wheni connect it to my pc it can't read. . please help
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Damita - i would try restoring it in itunes just to rule out a software issue. After that it is probably an issue with the clickwheel
Damita holland 13 years ago	When I press the play button on my ipod, nothing happens. If I press play again, it resets. Any idea what causes that? The click wheel turns fine, it's just the center button that doesn't seem to work.
Raja 13 years ago	Thank you... Provided good information about a1320 ipod
ranjani 13 years ago	superb explanation... thank q
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@pierrette - it would typically be either the logic board or the car connector.
pierrette 13 years ago	My Ipod a1320 is having problems with volume when used in my car with a connector...which part would I have to replace?
Jmac 13 years ago	My ipod nano was working fine with audiobook playing, then it started making a steady 'motorboat' style sound. When connected to my computer it is no longer recognized by the computer. Any comments?
danks 13 years ago	i forgot my screen lock code of a1320
prease herp 13 years ago	It is like my ipod wont charge. Blank screen. Worked, then two months later nothing
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@martinico - i'm not sure exactly what you mean, but if it is running slow, I would restore it in iTunes to start it fresh.
martinico 13 years ago	my ipod need fix speed but i don´t know how.I need restart standart position
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Nick - if recovery mode doesn't work, the only other thing i've seen work before replacing hardware is letting the battery drain completely and see if that resets it. otherwise, you'll probably need a new battery or logic board.
Nick 13 years ago	hey my ipod touch is stuck in the restart loop! help! i plug it in to the computer, turns on(apple logo), flashes the menu, then shuts off. i've tried restarting it and putting it into disk mode. doesnt work. please help! :(
rox 13 years ago	sweet as pie well done
jmuniz 13 years ago	This is great, it's amazing how this works view how to take apart my 5th gen nano thanks
von Klinkahoffen 13 years ago	i put mine through the wash and i followed the instructions given and dried it now it works thank you
Einzee 13 years ago	Nice video! The device in the video is obviously a demonstration piece because there are scratch marks from previous disassembly. It seemed that the instructor became impatient at the 6:00 mark because things were falling out and he was being rough on the ribbon cables LOL! Great vid tho :)
Tehsin boss 13 years ago	mine ipod nano 5th gen. is not getting connected .once when i held it upside down it got connected but now it is not getting connected.
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@vivi - you should be able to sync your iPod to iTunes and get any media off of it
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@dawit - this guide should show you how to disassemble your model
vivi 13 years ago	how do i get my videos off my ipod nano
dawit 13 years ago	how to dissasambel ipod nano 8gb a1320
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@ mollie - Your best bet is professional diagnosis in that case. Give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.
mollie 13 years ago	mine won't turn on or charge or connect to itunes. but i dont wanna take it to pieces what do i do?
Bruce 13 years ago	Looks very daunting, how about a put-back-together guide?
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@jason - if its syncing to itunes, it may just be a software issue and you need to reset it to factory defaults, but most likely its a problem with your dock connector.
jason 13 years ago	just got mine from a friend when hooked to computer i can not earse the songs that are on it nore can i add more please help
Powerbook Medic 13 years ago	@Aleuri - the video shows this around the 3 min mark.
Aleuri 13 years ago	OK so my iPod's nano 5g click wheel is broken and can you please make a video on how to replace it ... please reply and tell me if you can make one!!!!!!
MuttMaster 14 years ago	My Ipod nano A1320 died and won't charge. Is it the battery?
Tracy H 14 years ago	Even though my iPod nano is locked when I put my headphones in or put it in the docking station it turns itself on even though still locked, why is this?
hayssaz 14 years ago	i am not able to get my menu on my a1320 except for ok to disconnect, help please
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@sarah - If you are having trouble seeing your iPod in iTunes, you may want to try restoring it to factory defaults.
sarah 14 years ago	i am not managing to view my video files on my pc
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@tenzing - have you tried rebooting it by holding up and select? if it is still saying that and it is not connected, you most likely have a logic board problem which won't really be repairable feasibly.
tenzing 14 years ago	i am not able to get my menu on my a1320 except for ok to disconnect, help please
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@Reggie - I would try another pair of headphones first, but most likely something is either blocking the connection inside the jack or the jack is dead.
Reggie 14 years ago	When I plug my headphones in, I still here music through the IPOD internal speakers. What is causing this?
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@ray - if nothing ever comes on the screen, it is probably the logic board. if you get a low battery warning, you may just need a new battery.
ray 14 years ago	my ipod doesn't turn on reset and does not appear in my compuer or i tunes what do i do?
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@Tony - most likely repairs will cost as much as a new ipod as the logic board is probably dead.
Tony 14 years ago	my ipod has been affected by seawater, is it likely that it can be repaired
Ronnie 14 years ago	Cool video, I'm sure I could take it apart following that tut, but not sure I could get it back together!
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@tyler - you'll have to resync it up to your computer and restore it back to factory settings.
tyler 14 years ago	plzz help me my ipod i locked the screen plz i dont know a combination can u tell me what i do
Bonz46 14 years ago	I locked my screen don't know the combination what can I do
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@Rosalin - you'll need to replace the headphone module most likely. We do not carry it at the moment.
Rosalin 14 years ago	how to repair the audio input
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@dastan - just sync it back up to your computer, you may have to reinstall them if that doesn't work @bilal and dustrin - does it not have anything at all on the screen? such as a charging symbol? you may need a new battery
dastan 14 years ago	i have formatted my ipod and all program is gone.how could i put all the programs,radio,games etc
bilal 14 years ago	im having the same trouble as dustrin, used it a couple of days back with no issues at all and now it wont start at all.............any 1 pls help.
Dustrin 14 years ago	I charged my Ipod for a couple of hours and now it won't turn on, what do I do>?
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@christine - i would try doing a reset if you haven't yet. This is typically done with the up direction and select button at the same time for 5 seconds.
christine 14 years ago	my ipod (A1320) hanged while i'm watching a video in my ipod i don't know what to do could you help me pls... pls reply ASAP thank you
guy 14 years ago	my ipod is fully charge but no led back ground lights
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@john - you mostly just go in reverse from how you took it apart.
john 14 years ago	The video didn't tell how too reseat my nano (me nither) how i can reset my nano??
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@Luis - typically you hold down the menu and select buttons until it power cycles to reset it.
Luis 14 years ago	Yeah! Really great video, indeed... but now I had another problem. First of all I need some video to know how can I reset my device otherwise I need to know how to get my iPod unblocked... This it happened accidently certainly and now I'm unavailable to use it... please help!
Malbicho 14 years ago	:) It worked for me. Just beware that the wheel will never be as smooth as new if you dismount it.
Powerbook Medic 14 years ago	@chris - I'm not sure exactly what you are asking for but this is a take-apart video. If you want to put it back together, you'll just need to go backwards.
chris ryan 14 years ago	The video didn't tell how too reseat my nano
Gman 15 years ago	Great video