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Mac Pro Late 2013 AirPort Board Replacement

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  1. Mac Pro Late 2013 AirPort Board Replacement, AirPort Board: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the three 3.7 mm T4 screws securing the metal cover to the AirPort board bay.

  2. Mac Pro Late 2013 AirPort Board Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Lift and remove the metal cover from the AirPort board bay.

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    • Use the tip of a spudger to flip the ZIF retaining tab on the fan assembly ribbon cable connector.

    • Remove the fan assembly ribbon cable from its ZIF socket.

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    • Use the tip of a spudger to flip the ZIF retaining tab on the fan ribbon cable.

    • Disconnect the fan ribbon cable.

Conclusion

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

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