iBook Clamshell Mod - Yo-Yo Adapter Modified

The adapter is very crucial for iBook modification because we need to power on the iBook to continue our work, or our work will merely stay in the theoretical level. Today, the adapter is done ! (^^)

This was the original outlook of the Apple adapter.

After we modified it and polished it, it becomes:

 (Actually no change in outlook, but has a change in output voltage from 24V to 14V ^^)

The below photo is showing the original outbook of the bottom of the adapter:

After modification, it becomes:

 (Also no change in outlook :-D)

However it seems unavoidable to have cracks on the shell of the adapter, like the pic below ... as it was crack-opened by us previously. So if anyone of you knows the way to open the Yo-Yo adapter beautifully, please tell us by mail.

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Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

Modder | Producer | Blogger | Youtuber 

Email: siiveldotcom@gmail.com

iBook Clamshell Mod - Modifying the Yo-Yo

As we need to change some of the contents of the Apple Yo-Yo Adapter to provide right voltage for the new motherboard, we have taken apart the Apple Yo-Yo Adapter. Also, we noted that the power cords are already "too old" and replacement is also needed.

Luckily, we got one brand-new 3.5mm power cord for iBook from ebay. At the same time, the the wall plug cord has also been replaced.

Now, both power cords are being restored to the case of Yo-Yo Adapter. 

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This is Perhaps the Worst Physical Condition iBook

Yesterday we have an excellent condition iBook. Now, we have the worst one, perhaps...

I bought it from an auction site for about US$15. Originally I damaged the screen cover hinge during modifying my iBook so I need a pair for urgent replacement, or the work will be suspended, so I bought it disregard its condition. I think the deal is reasonable.

The Apple logo of this iBook has been missing already. and the Apple leaf is scamming with dirts. The keyboard was glued with the laptop case. The whole case has also been yellowing. Perhaps the previous owner is a smoker.

There is severe discolouration in the lower case.

Recently when I inspected the conditions of my iBook collection, I note that the indigo one has the LCD obsolete. Fortunately, this LCD is still in good condition, I could take it apart and to replace the one of my indigo's. Also it has a working Yo-Yo adapter. And most importantly it can supply spare parts and screws for my iBook mod. 

Old iBook Clamshell of 15 Years of Age

The iBook G3 is an epoch in laptop history: it has curvy outlook, translucent colourful case, a pivoted handle, and powered by a Yo-Yo-shaped adapter ... Even after 15 years after its birth, no one feel it is out-fashioned.

Compare with latest notebook models, which are retangular-shaped, with just upgrade to higher specifications, wider screen, thinner body, the design of iBook Clamshell are even more remarkable.

Among all colours of iBook, I am most attracted to the tangerine and key-lime. However, it is difficult to find a second-handed iBook locally (as Macintosh was not popular here 15 years ago). So normally I will go for them fom ebay.

Today I received one tangerine from a foreign seller. It costedeme about US$150 (item + shipping). Quite expensive, but I think it is worthwhile, as its condition is incredibly good.

Macbook Air (Early 2014) Magic Trackpad Tear Opening

I am very courious about the Track Pad of Macbook Air 2014, how come it operates with a tiny logic board. So I teared open it. Ithink this might be the first tear-down of this kind in the internet (^^).

There is a aluminium bar adhere to the back of the Track Pad. Remove it.

Removed all the screws attached to the Track Pad.

A layer of sensor is attached with the Track Pad. Tear it gentelly and slowly.

Finally, we did it. I noted that actually the upper layer Magic Track Pad is just glass, instead of metal.

Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

Modder | Producer | Blogger | Youtuber 

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The Macbook Air (Early 2014) Track Pad

There is little articles talking about the Magic Track Pad of 2014 Macbook Air.

Here is the front of the Track Pad. Its dimension is 10.5cm x 6.2cm.

And here is the back of the Track Pad. The associated logic board is incredibly small. There are some words on it:

DO642876E

DQF940AP5A

MADE IN CHINA

At the lower middle there is a circle button for sending signal upon "clicking" on it.

Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

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The iBook Clamshell Track Pad

Back of the Trackback

This is the trackpad took apart from a 2nd Gen iBook Clamshell. This is the back of the trackpad. The diameter of the board itself is 6.5cm x 4.9cm.

There are words: "SYNAPTICS, INC." On it. And on the white label, the words are:

TM41TUZ225-5

CG037-049

MADE IN CHINA

RY0370EX3J2KA

On the ribbon cable, there are also some word: 

KEOU28011110U02

TRACK PAD 632-0124-A

Front of the Trackpad

And this is the front of the same trackpad.

Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

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iBook Clamshell Mod - Applying Protective Skin on the Shell

This is one of the passages about the iBook G3 Clamshell modification project, of which a logicboard of Intel i5 was being installed into the classic Apple iBook G3 Laptop.
In my last blog, I have DIY a protective film for the cover of iBook G3 Clamshell. Now it is the turn for applying it onto the cover of iBook G3 Clamshell.

There are some "tips" about applying the protective skins onto an object:

(1) Allow more water to stay between the protective film and the object, because water enables easy repositioning of the skin. Also, ejecting the water out of the gap is easier than that of air bubbles.

(2) After you positioned the skins, place a dry towel beneath the object and use a squeegee (e.g.) credit card to sweep the skin surface to eject the water out of the space between the object and the protective film. The excess water will be absorbed by the towel right away.

(3) Then, sock the residual water on the object thoroughly.

(4) Finally, I suggest you to place the object into the dry dehumidity cabinet box overnight, this will speed up drying process and reduce the harm of humidity to the electrical component of the object concerned.

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Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

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iBook Clamshell Mod - DIY Protective Skin for the Shell

iBook Clamshell, like iPad, iPod or iPhone, is a personal device and designed for being carried around. So It should be warped with protective skin against scratches. However, it is an old product and tailor-made protective film is not available.

The Best Skin Ever DIY Skin Arrived

 

 

I have ordered DIY skin from Bestskinsever.com and customized it to fit the upper case of iBook.

First, apply "Tamiya Masking Tape" onto the shell of iBook. The advantage of this tape is that there will be no residual after removal.

Second, remove the Masking Tape gradually in order to keep the shap of the Masking Tape. Then cut it apart (as suggested by the above photo) until it is flattened and can adhere completely to the protective film.

We cut the protective skin along the shape of the Masking Tape. Now a DIY protective firm for the iBook is made.

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Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

Modder | Producer | Blogger | Youtuber 

Email: siiveldotcom@gmail.com

iBook Clamshell Mod - Polish the Apple Logo

It is not uncommon to have heavy scratches on Apple Logo for iBook Clamshell. It is because its upper case is convex in shape and that logo is situated the "Uppermost" of the upper case.

Applying polish liquid to rub the apple logo is easy, for details, please watch this video:

http://youtu.be/LJ0AaV4gICE

Polishing the Apple Logo

Use Masking Tape to protect those area which do not need polishing. And then apply small amount of polish liquid on the Apple logo and rub by a piece of cloth.

Apple Logo Became Gloss After Polished

Now, done! The Apple Logo has been made glossy. b(^ .^)b

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Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

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Discolouring of Apple iBook Clamshell

It Appears that Such Discolouring is Very Common

Have collected a number of first and second gen Apple iBook G3 Clamshell.

I noted that even if those iBooks with excellent conditions in outlook, the bottom cases always have scatter of dots onto them.

I have used alcohol to wrap it. I think they are not mold. They are instead certain degrees of discolouring.

Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

Modder | Producer | Blogger | Youtuber 

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iBook Clamshell Mod - Side Panel

Side Panel of iBook Clamshell Mod - Still Under Review

This is the side panel of the iBook Clamshell Mod. The following peripheries are included, namely, mini display port, ethernet, USB and 3.5mm stereo. We are still busy working at it...

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Written by: Erik Siivel (@siivel.com)

Modder | Producer | Blogger | Youtuber 

Email: siiveldotcom@gmail.com