mayer

@mayer

mayer

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17,202	Solutions
11	Guides
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

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 21.5" EMC 2638 Adhesive Strips Replacement

iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2638 Hard Drive Replacement

MacBook Pro 13" Unibody Mid 2012 Display Replacement

MacBook Pro 13" Touch Bar 2017 Screen Replacement

MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2014 Battery Replacement

Screwdriver Best Practices

iMac Intel 27" Retina 5K Display Adhesive Strip Replacement

MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Early 2013 Battery Replacement

Kenwood Chef Gear Drive SER1018 Replacement

iMac G3 Model M4984 Hard Drive Replacement

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How to By-Pass Apple's Planned obsolescence June 22
Last month HBO Now APP disappeared from my Apple TV 3. They are now offering HBO MAX but the HBO Now still works on my...
Power on button not responding June 3
Got one in with multiple issues. Very dirty. Had viruses, bad HD/IR cable and failed drive, slightly swollen battery and...
Charging keeps going on and off May 5
I have not seen this issue before. When plugging into the AC adapter the charging icon keeps going on and off. I hooked it...
Using eVisit on a Mac having Browser issues April 2
I’m trying to help my doctor to set up eVisit on his Mac. This is the message I get on all three: “eVisit provides a...
Does anyone know the name of the Apple Virus Screening APP March 27
VP Pence just said ( a couple of days ago) that Apple has a new APP for screening for the Corona Virus but failed to give...
Auto locking trunk motor not quiting after closure February 29
A lady at the grocery store slammed down my trunk and I think pushed on it while it was automatically screwing down. It...
Can I link my landline phones to my iPhone January 20
I’m trying to cut the cable. Altice has bought out my local internet provider. I currently get my internet, TV and phone...
Discussion on Cutting the Cable Television and going to Streaming January 3
I am so sick of the cable TV providers ripping me off year after year I have decided to cut the cable. I have found that...
Best Parental Controls for Kids 12/07/2019
Outside of Apples parental controls, are there better programs for managing parental controls for kids? I know there are...
Will not power up 12/02/2019
This one was working fine. It was shut down and in the morning I got nothing. I disconnect the mag-safe adapter,...

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Answer to "Replace hat snaps on back." 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
Here’s the guide for the metal snaps: Installing a Metal Snap Using a Hand Press Here’s the guide for the plastic snaps: Installing a Plastic Snap Using a Hand Press
Answer to "Where can I find the part number of the logic board on my MacBook?" 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
Here’s the 2.4 board, the part number is listed there. It’s Part #: 661-8144 MacBook Pro 13" Retina (Late 2013) 2.4 GHz Logic Board Here’s the 2.6 board: Part #: 661-8146 MacBook Pro 13" Retina (Late 2013) 2.6 GHz Logic Board
Answer to "Why does water run into my washer when it’s not even plugged in?" 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
This is either low water pressure or a failing water inlet valve.
Answer to "Mac Pro 5,1 (Mid 2012) - Boots up but no video output (black screen)" 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
You stated “To make sure my logic board is working, I replaced the GPU with the stock ATI Radeon HD 5770 1GB and boot with High Sierra - everything works fine.” If this is true, your power supply is fine. This sounds to me like an issue with the patch you used to take it to Mojave. I’d start over on a clean drive, and install your High Sierra then find DodDudes newest patch and go from there.
Answer to "our ge microwave makes a banging/grinding noise when not in use" 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
The stirrer is a metal blade that distributes the microwaves energy by rotating. This action is what causes your food to cook evenly. After years of use, the stirrer motor becomes worn and emits a grinding noise. You will need to replace the motor to eliminate this unnerving sound from infiltrating your kitchen. If it’s doing it when off. it has become dangerous. Personally I would replace it.
Answer to "razer deathadder elite not working or recognised" 2 days agoJuly 8, 2020
With the mouse plugged in and flat on your mouse mat, hold down the left-click, right-click, and mouse wheel button for 7 seconds to reset the surface calibration.
Answer to "MacBook doesn't turn on. Tried every combination and to disconnect bat" 3 days agoJuly 7, 2020
Give this a shot. Disconnect the battery and Mag-safe adopter. Press and hold the power on button for ten seconds. Reconnect the battery and then the mag-safe. This should give you a spontaneous reboot. If not go to @danj answer.
Answer to "iMac makes clicking sound on load" 3 days agoJuly 7, 2020
I use a stethoscope to help locating anomalous sound issues.
Answer to "What types of screw does the note FE use?" 4 days agoJuly 7, 2020
Here’s a list of the tools needed to fix it: Samsung Galaxy Note Fan Edition Teardown
Answer to "Power adapter/Magsafe 2 not charging / no light after mishap." 4 days agoJuly 6, 2020
2038 issue https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_2038_... There are so many fake mag-safe charger out that are almost perfect looking but don’t act right. What was the source of your charger. If you still have the old one, weigh them both, a fake will be lighter.

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Apple USB SuperDrive Optical Drive Replacement March 17

@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 January 29

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 08/08/2019

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 02/25/2019

Yes, I am still active.
MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2015 I/O Board Cable (Top) Replacement 02/18/2019

Cable need not be removed.
MacBook Pro 13" Touch Bar Late 2016 Display Assembly Replacement 11/19/2018

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 07/11/2018

This step is not needed
Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown 06/07/2018

Chacon what plastic piece?
Apple Wireless Keyboard (A1255) Teardown 11/22/2017

Chris, sounds like it is shorted out.
MacBook Pro 15" Touch Bar 2017 Replace LOGO Baffle on the screen，替换屏幕底部LOGO挡板 Replacement 08/30/2017

I didn't manage to get it off without breaking it so had to order a new one. which was a peal and stick.

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