MacBook 13" (A1342) Repair Guide

This is an official Powerbookmedic.com manual for the polycarbonate Unibody MacBook.

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    Edward

    7 years ago
    		 I need the charging plug inside a MacBook A1342

    Powerbook Medic

    9 years ago
    		 @Luke - the one in the very corner is the microphone. The similar connector right below that is the speaker.

    Luke

    9 years ago
    		 Can you tell me what the cable is that you are unplugging at 4:21 in the video? You remove two cables there, the first one is the 3-prong right speaker cable, what is that second one? The connector snapped and I need to replace that cord.

    Smith

    9 years ago
    		 @Powerbook Medic - Thank you very much for your helpful reply!

    Powerbook Medic

    9 years ago
    		 @Smith - For the screws, it's not a huge concern, just make sure you are using the correct screws and tighten until it seems secure. As far as static electricity, it is best to power it down and remove the battery, and ground yourself. Our techs will use anti-static wrist straps and anti-static mats while performing a repair for a customer.

    Smith

    9 years ago
    		 Also, my mother has been pestering me about getting shocked when I take apart various electronics around the house. (◔_◔) I always power down the things I take apart, but do you have to take any more precautions than that with a macbook? I notice that you just use your hands in this video. Is this something I need to worry about?

    Smith

    9 years ago
    		 When you remove screws, do you have to worry about torque? I know that hard drives require a screwdriver with a certain torque setting to put the screws back in so the machine works properly. Does this also apply to more general parts of taking apart the computer, like taking off the back cover and screws holding in the LCD? Thank you so much!

    Paulo

    10 years ago
    		 Hi. I think the lcd flex of my macbook is going to broke up. Do you seld it?
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