Desktop and portable systems

• Main Author: Asturias, Marc
• Other Authors: Gagen, Moira
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Berkeley, CA Peachpit Press 2007
• Edition: 3rd ed
• Series: Apple training series
• Subjects: Mac OS; Microcomputers > Handbooks, manuals, etc. > Upgrading; Macintosh (Computer) > Handbooks, manuals, etc. > Maintenance and repair; Macintosh PowerBook notebook computers > Handbooks, manuals, etc. > Handbooks, manuals, etc. > Maintenance and repair; iMac (Computer) > Maintenance and repair > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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• Item Description: Includes index; Rev. ed. of Desktop and portable systems. 2006; "A guide to supporting, servicing, and troubleshooting Apple computers"--Cover; "Apple Certified"--Cover; "Certification preparation for: Apple Certified Desktop Technician, Apple Certified Portable Technician"--Cover
• Physical Description: xv, 607 pages : illustrations 24 cm
• ISBN: 9780321455017; 0321455010

This authoritative Apple hardware training course is designed for professionals who support Apple computers and Mac enthusiasts who want to upgrade, service, or troubleshoot their favorite machines. Fully revised, this third edition covers Apple's Intel-based hardware, including the popular MacBook and iMac lines and the Mac Pro. Aligned with the learning objectives of the Apple Desktop Service and Apple Portable Service certification exams, this is a companion to AppleCare Technician Service Certification courses worldwide. The book starts out with tools and underlying technologies, then progresses to everything from networking and hardware specifications to displays and internal drives-plus the nitty-gritty steps and diagrams for upgrading and troubleshooting five sample computer models. Detailed disassembly, assembly, and upgrade procedures for the Mac mini, iMac, Mac Pro, MacBook, and MacBook Pro, Companion website contains five complete service manuals, plus utilities and diagnostic tools, Diagrams and step-by-step instructions help you master techniques, Lesson goals and time estimates help you plan your time, Lesson reviews and tests summarize what you've learned.