Ambient Light Sensor Boards. Apple FW800, PowerBook G4 (12-inch 1.33GHZ

Ambient Light Sensor Boards

Tools

This procedure requires the following tools:

• #0 Phillips screwdriver

• Torx T8 screwdriver

• Black stick (or other nonconductive nylon or plastic flat-blade tool)

Part Location

Computers with the backlit keyboard configuration, only, have a left and a right ambient light sensor installed.

Preliminary Steps

Before you begin, remove the following:

• Battery

• Top case

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922-6090

3.2 mm

Procedure

1. To remove the left ambient light sensor board, remove the two screws, and disconnect the connector from the logic board.

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922-6475

9.5 mm

922-6090

3.2 mm

2. To remove the right ambient light sensor, remove the two screws, then lift up on the ambient light sensor board to disconnect it from the logic board (the connector is on the bottom of the board).

Note: The sensor assembly consists of two pieces: the sensor board and a lens cover.

Replacement Note: Assemble the replacement sensor board and lens cover before installation.

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3. Press, where shown here, to secure the right ambient light sensor board connector to the logic board.

4. Reassemble and test the computer.

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