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Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly

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  1. Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Open the bottom: step 1, image 1 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Open the bottom: step 1, image 2 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Open the bottom: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Insert a Jimmy into the left side of the Apple TV, then work your way around the bottom and pull the base off.

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  2. Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly: step 2, image 1 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly: step 2, image 2 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • First, peel off the thermal heat sink.

    • Then, using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, unscrew the 5 screws holding the heat sink.

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  4. Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Unfasten the cables: step 3, image 1 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Unfasten the cables: step 3, image 2 of 3 Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly, Unfasten the cables: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • 1. Unhook the Power Supply Cable.

    • 2. Unhook the IR Sensor cable

    • Lift the logic board up with a Spudger.

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  5. Apple TV 3rd Generation Disassembly: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Using a Metal Spudger, lift off the bottom base and power supply.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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