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iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement

iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement

Walter Galan

Walter Galan and 3 other contributors

Last updated on June 4, 2024

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Introduction

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  1. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement, Rear Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Lay the iMac display-side down on a flat surface (putting a cloth under the screen to protect it from bumps).

    • Loosen the three Phillips screws securing the rear panel to the iMac.

    • These screws are captive in the iMac. The center screw will stop turning after about 3.5 turns and the outer screws will stop turning after about 5.5 turns. Do not try to remove these screws from your iMac.

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  2. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the rear panel slightly near the bottom of the iMac.

    • Pull the rear panel toward yourself and remove it from the iMac.

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  3. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement, AirPort Extreme: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the AirPort card slightly by its plastic tab and pull it straight away from its socket.

    • During reinstallation, insert the AirPort card such that the antenna side is nearest the center of the logic board.

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  5. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Insert the flat end of a spudger between the body of the AirPort card and its antenna connector.

    • Push the spudger away from the AirPort card to disconnect the AirPort antenna.

    • When reassembling your iMac, be sure to insert the AirPort card the way it was before disassembly.

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  6. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement, Modem: step 5, image 1 of 2 iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement, Modem: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two 5.5 mm T6 Torx screws securing the AirPort bracket to the logic board.

    • Slightly lift the AirPort bracket off the logic board.

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  7. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • De-route the AirPort antenna through the slot in the AirPort bracket.

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  8. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 5.5 mm T6 Torx screws securing the modem to the logic board.

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  9. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the modem straight up from its top edge to disconnect it from the logic board.

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  10. iMac G5 20" Model A1076 Modem Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Pull the modem cable connector straight away from the modem.

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Conclusion

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

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