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Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown

Written By: Devilac (and 4 other contributors)
Published: June 23, 2010
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Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown

Written By: Devilac (and 4 other contributors)
Published: June 23, 2010
  • Comments: 1
  • Favorites: 11
  • Views: 24.6k

Teardown

Introduction

A simple look into the Universal Dock

Need a flat nose screw driver 2.4mm

philip screw driver #1

What you need

This teardown is not a repair guide. To repair your Apple Universal Dock Model A1256, use our service manual.

  1. Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown, Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Pry along the edge of the bottom of the case. It will just pop out.

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  2. Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the top case from the bottom.

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  4. Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • There are five Phillips screws holding the metal brace down (In the picture I have already removed them).

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  5. Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 4, image 1 of 2 Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • The brace is glued in near the ir-sensor. You may have to apply a little bit force to remove it, but it will come out with just pulling. (You can pry it a little bit with a spudger or a screwdriver)

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  6. Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 5, image 1 of 2 Apple Universal Dock Model A1256 Teardown: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • The only major chip located on the circuit board. (All those who have wondered about the dock's line out, I think we are clear now.)

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Can the actual dock insert (the section the iPod would clot on top of) be used in an Apple iPod HiFi repair? (see repair article Apple iPod Hi-Fi iPod Dock Inserts Replacement)

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