mayer

@mayer

mayer

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Member Since 01/04/2010

I got my first Apple in 1979. Went Apple professional in 1984. Opened local Apple type repair store in '93. Authorized Apple VAR 1996. Authorized UMAX (Apple Clones) service provider. Ran my own Apple type store for ten years.

rmayerii@icloud.com

Teams

MacHale Enterprises

Apple Macintosh sales and service professionally since...
Greybeards

The real Professionals. I thought it is only fair to...

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My baby Amanda

Ranger my Springer Spaniel

Teardowns I've Worked On

Power Mac G4 Quicksilver Teardown

MacBook Air 11" Late 2010 Teardown

MacBook Core 2 Duo Rechargeable Battery Teardown

Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown

My Guides

MacBook Core 2 Duo LCD & Inverter A1181 (fast method) Replacement

eMac RAM Replacement

eMac PRAM Battery Replacement

eMac AirPort Card Replacement

iMac G4 17 800 MHz EMC 1936 Battery Replacement

Power Flower Garden Flowers Replacement

iMac Intel 20" EMC 2105 and 2118 Power On Button Replacement

Braun Shaver Model 7680 Battery Replacement

How to build a display using a iMac

How to save fresh corn

Guides I've Contributed To

iBook G3 12" Keyboard Replacement

iBook G3 12" Lower Case Replacement

iBook G3 12" Upper Case Replacement

iBook G3 12" Bottom Shield Replacement

iBook G3 12" Top Shield Replacement

iBook G3 12" Optical Drive Replacement

iBook G3 12" DC-In Board Replacement

PowerBook G4 Aluminum 15" 1-1.5 GHz Upper Case Replacement

PowerBook G4 Aluminum 15" 1-1.5 GHz Hard Drive Replacement

PowerBook G4 Aluminum 17" 1-1.67 GHz Upper Case Replacement

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Adding images to an existing question

Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown

iMac Intel 20" EMC 2133 and 2210 LCD Backlights (CCFL) Replacement

Toilet Flush Valve Seal Replacement

Completed Guides

iMac Intel 27" Retina 5K Display Power Supply Replacement

iMac Intel 27" Retina 5K Display Left Speaker Replacement

MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Early 2015 Battery Replacement

MacBook Pro 13" Function Keys 2017 Battery Replacement

MacBook Pro 15" Unibody Mid 2009 Front Display Glass Replacement

MacBook Pro 15" Unibody Mid 2009 Display Replacement

MacBook Air 13" Early 2017 I/O Board Replacement

iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2889 Adhesive Strips Replacement

iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2889 Hard Drive Replacement

Mac mini Late 2014 Hard Drive Replacement

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Still having issues with mounting USB devices APFS vs GUID Mar 16, 2022
I am still having a hard time with understanding the mounting issues when using mixed formatting schemes. Have a 2012...
Is there a known Mag-Safe II to Mag-Safe III adapter available yet Nov 3, 2021
I’m working on a new 14” M1 MacBook Pro and was so glad to see the return of the Mag-Safe adapter but it is an updated...
What is the best way to wipe a fusion drive before Big Sur install Oct 8, 2021
I’m having issues with machines using fusion drives that have had a Big Sur installation failure. My customers are coming...
Safari crashes on opening in Safe Mode with Migrated User but not new Sep 8, 2021
This one is a head scratcher. Installed 2TB 2.5” SSD, Installed Big Sur. Created New Test User. Safari runs fine. Migrated...
Adhesive Strips Numbers 11-16 Aug 12, 2021
I try to keep adhesive strips in stock for both the 21.5” and the 27” iMacs. I noticed the the parts are now using higher...
What is the maximum sized SCSI drive on the SE Aug 3, 2021
There was an option on this model of a 20MB or a 40 MB SCSI hard drive from the factory. Buy I seem to remember there was...
What to do with all the cheap fresh corn on sale Jul 4, 2021
It’s the fourth of July and corn is on sale big time at 10 for a dollar. Here’s what I do to take advantage of that....
Storage space taken up by Other May 25, 2021
I’ve run into this issue before but forgot how to fix it. Flash drive a 251GB. Storage says that “Other” is taking up...
Mac died overnight. No boot Apr 7, 2021
Machine came in dead. Was working fine last night with the charger plugged in. Dead this morning. I opened machine and...
CCFL bad on left side, boots on Safe Mode but not standard Feb 18, 2021
Trying to save this one for a kid. Even with the CCFL out it is usable. Plulled the HD (it had been upgraded to 2TB),...

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Answer to "Why is my mixer hot and leaking oil?" yesterdayMay 16, 2022
Sounds like a blown gasket. Here's how to replace it: KitchenAid Classic Mixer K45SSWH Gasket Replacement
Answer to "iPod won't hold charge" 3 days agoMay 14, 2022
If you have a Mac, download and run Coconut Battery using the iOS device icon to get a better idea of what's going on. https://www.coconut-flavour.com/coconutbattery/
Answer to "Pink vertical lines, particularly during dark screens" 3 days agoMay 14, 2022
Hook your machine up to an external monitor and see if you are getting the same results to help narrow down the issue.
Answer to "Hose on back of dryer needs to be closer to the wall. Tight space." 6 days agoMay 11, 2022
You'll need some dryer vent hose and a couple of clamps to keep it in place. Here's how it's done: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PYaGAxw...
Answer to "Old WD Hard Disk doesn't spin" May 9, 2022
Probably a SCSI drive. I have had luck by gently tapping the side with a hammer. Also try putting it in the freezer for an hour or so.
Answer to "iMac 2007 24 inch changeable with the 20 inch?" May 2, 2022
First you need to discern why the 24" is not working. Probably the power supply. Take a look at the diagnostic LEDs on the logic board and tell us what you see.
Answer to "bottom of case warped" Apr 27, 2022
Let's take a better look at that batteries health. Please download and run Coconut Battery and post your results. https://www.coconut-flavour.com/coconutbattery/
Answer to "Best way to remove hard plastic feet on mac air" Apr 26, 2022
I just use my pocket knife. The feet need to be in place to prevent dirt from getting into your machine. Here are the replacement feet: MacBook Air Plastic Feet Here's how to install them: MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Feet Replacement
Answer to "MB 2017 won't turn on - how to diagnose before moving to logic board?" Apr 18, 2022
I have been very successful on this problem by just attaching a new battery. If it works, then I install the battery. most of the time I do not get the low battery icon on the screen before doing this.
Answer to "Broken IR Sensor Broken" Apr 12, 2022
Make a tool with a wire coat hanger and some pliers. Easy.

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Power Flower Garden Flowers Replacement Jul 21, 2021

@dobdobdobbb That’s what the seeds are for!
Apple USB SuperDrive Optical Drive Replacement Mar 17, 2020

@swsmith1971. under the Apple (upper left hand corner) > about this Mac > System Report > SATA/SATA Express >. should be the top item
Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown Jan 29, 2020

Daeran My email is listed on my profile, contact me there and I’ll see if I can find one and send it to you.
MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Logic Board Replacement Aug 8, 2019

Nope big job to replace it. Use Kapton tape to hold it in place. https://www.amazon.com/Retermit-Resistan...
Power Flower Garden Flowers Replacement Feb 25, 2019

Yes, I am still active.
MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2015 I/O Board Cable (Top) Replacement Feb 18, 2019

Cable need not be removed.
MacBook Pro 13" Touch Bar Late 2016 Display Assembly Replacement Nov 19, 2018

I disagree with your difficulty level. I found this much harder than a standard display due to the size and number of tiny screws.
MacBook Air 13" Mid 2013 Logic Board Assembly Replacement Jul 11, 2018

This step is not needed
Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown Jun 7, 2018

Chacon what plastic piece?
Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown Nov 22, 2017

Chris, sounds like it is shorted out.

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