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Mac mini

Updated 27 January 2005

Service Source

07

Take Apart

Mac mini

General Information

Tools

The following tools are required to service the computer:

• ESD wriststrap and mat

• Jeweler's #0 Phillips screwdriver

Jeweler's #1 Phillips screwdriver

• Phillips #2 screwdriver

• Black stick (922-5065), or other nonconductive nylon or plastic tool

Needlenose pliers

• Soft cloth (to protect removed parts from scratches)

• Screw tray

• Putty knife (922-6761), 1.5 inch (38 mm), flexible blade

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Modify the Putty Knife

1. If you don't order a modified putty knife (922-6761) from Apple Service, purchase a putty knife with a 1.5-inch (38 mm), flexible metal blade.

2. Using sandpaper (150 grit), file down the end of the putty knife (on one side) until it's slightly beveled. Rub the edge of the putty knife back and forth for about 2 minutes on the sandpaper.

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Serial Number Location

The product serial number and Ethernet ID are located on the bottom housing.

C. The area is calculated in the form of $ A = w \times h $. The area is calculated as follows:

$ A = \frac{1}{2} \times h \times h = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.2 \times 1.2 = 1.2 $

The area of the square is calculated as follows:

$ A = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.2 \times 1.2 = 1.2 $

Thermal Pad

The thermal pad is located on the bottom housing. A new thermal pad is included with the logic board and the bottom housing, and the pads can be ordered separately as a kit (part number 922-6749).

Replace the pad when:

• the logic board or the bottom housing is replaced

• the pad is torn, withered, or damaged

Important: Never use thermal paste in place of the thermal pad. You must replace the thermal pad with a new identical pad.

Procedure

1. Remove the original pad from the bottom housing or the logic board using a black stick or other nonconductive nylon tool.

2. Remove the protective backing on the new thermal pad. Note: Avoid unnecessary contact with either side of the thermal pad as dirt and body oils reduce the thermal pad's conductivity.

3. Place the new thermal pad on the bottom housing (as shown). Make sure the thermal pad has even contact with the bottom housing. There should be no air pockets.