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Mac mini Late 2012 Bottom Cover Replacement

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  1. Mac mini Late 2012 Bottom Cover Replacement, Bottom Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Mac mini Late 2012 Bottom Cover Replacement, Bottom Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Place your thumbs in the depressions cut into the bottom cover.

    • Rotate the bottom cover counter-clockwise until the white dot painted on the bottom cover is aligned with the ring inscribed on the outer case.

    • You do not need to apply much downward pressure while turning.

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  2. Mac mini Late 2012 Bottom Cover Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Tilt the mini enough to allow the bottom cover to fall away from the outer case.

    • Remove the bottom cover and set it aside.

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Conclusion

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

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