User manual APPLE MACBOOK 13-INCH - BATTERY REPLACMENT INSTRUCTIONS

MacBook (13-inch) Battery Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this document carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could damage your equipment and void its warranty. Online instructions are available at http://www.apple.com/support/diy/. 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. Tools Required The following tools are required: Clean, soft, lint-free cloth · Coin · Replacing the Battery 1. 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 computer's internal components to cool. Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord. 2. 3. Updated 16 May 2006 4. Unplug the power cord. Warning: The power adapter for your computer is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is off. If the power adapter 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. 5. 6. 7. Lift out the battery from the battery bay. MacBook (13-inch) Battery 8. 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. Replacing the Battery 1. Replace the battery by tilting the foot end of the battery into the battery bay first. Then press and hold down the other end of the battery as you turn the coin to lock it into place. MacBook (13-inch) Battery 3 2. Connect the power cord. Warning: Never turn on the computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage it or cause injury. Restart your computer. 3. Apple Computer, Inc. © 2006 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is accurate. Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 USA + 1 408 996 1010 http://www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, Mac, Macintosh, and MacBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. MacBook (13-inch) Battery