My Problem

The 320GB internal hard drive on my 24" iMac Intel died. I replaced it with a 1TB drive and, while at it, maxed out the RAM to 4GB. I used the 20" iMac repair guide which was very close. It is not the first time I used iFixit guides. I also fixed an old MacBook a few years back. I love you guys!

My Fix

It went peachy. Everything worked beautifully when I was done.

My Advice

Follow the instructions on the repair guide and all will be fine

My Problem

Old hard drive just wouldn't keep running due to a bad sector.

My Fix

repair was easy and your instructions were flawless.

My Advice

You people at iFixit are terrific and I support everything you are doing. All of us need to be able to fix the things we use everyday and keep good devices out of the land fills and premature retirement!

My Problem

Hard drive crashed

My Fix

The repair was easy with their instructions

My Advice

Just follow the plan... don't take shortcuts

My Problem

The hard drive failed on an older 24" iMac we use as a backup for the home office. After leaving the machine at the Apple store for repair, the store said they couldn't do the job because it appeared the computer had been worked on by an "other than Apple authorized" person. So after two 45 minute trips to Apple, I was back where I started. Apple had run their diagnostics and it appeared the hard drive was the only issue. I thought if these pinheads at the Apple store can do it, it can't be that difficult.

My Fix

Even though ifixit didn't have the repair manual for the exact model iMac, it was close enough that all went well. I put in a 1TB hard drive for less than half of the repair estimate from Apple (for 500GB). The computer is up and running with the latest OSX and applications with no issues. New HD is silent and fast.

My Advice

It is not extremely difficult. Be sure you have the proper tools and room to work. Stay organized. Follow the instructions exactly. Be careful with the small plugs (temperature sensor, camera, microphone) as they are delicate. Have the correct solution and cleaning cloth ready to clean the monitor and glass before reassembly. Have fun.

My Problem

Running out of room on the 160G hard drive

My Fix

Went well, I really took my time, but I it seems to be workingn OK.

I was/am a little concerned about the heat sensor- there was a lot of adhesive on the original HD and with the spulger, I was only able to get a small amount to stay on the sensor.

My Advice

Make sure you have a long, magnetic torx driver. I bought the entry level tool kit and the driver included in the kit was just a bit too short- you're better off to order the individual torx driver.

My Problem

My iMac 27' got a S.M.A.R.T. failing and need to be replaced

My Fix

The most difficult part is to remove the monitor from the metal frame. Too many tiny cables to take care about ... Be very very careful! I don't want to do it again!

My Advice

The hard drive purchased from iFixit does NOT have the AP24 firmware! Your system cannot get the temperature from the hard drive. The fan gonna be noisy ...

My Problem

The hard drive croaked on my iMac. I ordered a 1T Western Digital drive and installed with the help of the web site.

My Fix

The swap out went smoothly, the instructions were clear and the photography was excellent. It took a total of one hour, start to finish. I have never attempted a repair of this nature before.

My Advice

While I had the machine cracked open I also replaced the pram battery since it was right there and vacuumed out the dust in the fan. I figured this may save me opening the machine in the future. It would be helpful if the instructions listed other items that should be checked and/or replaced while the machine is open (such as the battery) since the nerve wracking job is disassembling the bezel and the steps involved in removing the screen.

My Problem

My 6 yr. old imac's hard drive bit the dust, but not without a couple of gasps. The gasps allowed me to research similar symptoms here, resulting in my ordering a new 1 TB hard drive and diving from the Leap of Faith platform.

My Fix

The repair went quite well! I took the imac apart prior to receiving the hard drive, as it was totally deceased and I had nothing to lose. Cracking the "shell" of a computer like an imac was actually very interesting. I was surprised at how well the case was constructed. I did encounter a stripped T6 screw, which was not accounted for in the repair guide, but I used good ole Tennessee know how and electric drilled that sucker loose! Overall, the repair went without issue, and it took me far less time to replace the hard drive and re-assemble the imac as it did to break it down. I cannot describe how good it felt to have the apple re-appear at startup and not the folder with a question mark!

My Advice

My only advice would be to follow your intuition about your sense of competence. I had never done anything like this, but just figured spending $125.00 would not be the end of the world if it didn't work out....it worked out. I would recommend that you buy a Torx Screw bit kit. There are tiny little screws that require T6 thru T10 sized bits to remove them.

My Problem

When you finally find a computer that you can't live without, why let it slip away just because of an ailing hard drive? I have enjoyed working with my G5 imac for over six years. The emails, pictures and resumes we had in common demanded that I "try" to bring it back to life, rather than a trip to the dumpster.

My Fix

The repair involved a complete dis assembly of the imac into something reminiscent of Fred Sanford's backyard. The ifix manual was straightforward, but failed to provide guidance for stripped t6 screw. No problem, I used my father's tried and true method-a power drill. In all, 2 hours of time, a bit of cursing, and a final silent prayer as I pushed in the power button on the rear of the imac.

My Advice

I cannot thank the ifixit guys and gals enough, as the computer is once again working without fault. I cannot recall any self-repair that has been more satisfying. The product, the service and the follow-up provided by ifixit should be the manual that future e-businesses try to emulate. I could not be more pleased with the experience and recommend ifixit without reservation!