[docrmarten]

Has anybody come across a good writeup on taking apart the dual usb iBook? I'm going to try and replace the reed switch because I'm having backlight issues.

[MSME]

This site has some good pictures of taking apart an iBook. It loads a bit on the slow side, though.

[Nerozwei]

I guess the best instructions to do that come from the Eagle's nest itself...

You should download the PDF version Apple's service manual for the iBook. It might be a bit tough to get hold of it, though.. Apple doesen't want them floating around.

[Cipher13]

Originally posted by docrmarten:
Has anybody come across a good writeup on taking apart the dual usb iBook? I'm going to try and replace the reed switch because I'm having backlight issues.

If you can't find a decent walkthrough, I can walk you through the steps. Lemme know if you need it.

[chabig]

Apple's docs show a tool they simply call a "black stick." In reality it's a glass filled non-conductive nylon stick. One end it pointed like a pencil. The other is flat like a screwdriver. It's a very handy tool especially for opening the iBook case.

Anyway, I found a source for some of these and bought a fairly large quantity. If you'd like to buy some I'll send them to you for $3 each plus $.50 shipping. Email me at chabig@mac.com if you're interested.

Chris

[docrmarten]

Thanks for all of the helpful input. It really helps.