Where to find instructions to remove/replace motherboard iMac G5?

Question

Bad caps on mobo. I may be able to find another one, but first need step by step instructions to remove/ replace the mobo on 17", first or early generation. I've been looking around, but can't seem to find this. Can anyone, please, direct me to a site or page for this. Also, probably need to replace the power supply. Does anyone know where I might find one new, or at least competently refurbished, from a reputable dealer. Thanks.

Answer 1

In our experience—despite the propensity of Apple to once replace both the power supply and logic board on the first generation of iMac G5 models affected by either issue, it is seldom the case that both are bad. In the ALS models, which are far less frequently affected by the defective capacitor issue, is is more often the case that both components must be refurbished or replaced.
This company will refurbish your board and, if necessary, sell you a replacement power supply. The cost of refurbishing the board is $ 189.00 - the cost of replacing the power supply is $ 139.00, though in the relatively uncommon case that both are required, a discount is typically offered on the cost of the replacement power supply. They recommend that you not remove the logic board yourself, as they are easily damaged in the process because they are easily flexed.
You can certainly take the approach recommended of attempting the repair yourself, but these services are offered with a one year warranty and no additional charges other than the cost of shipping your machine back once completed. There is no charge for diagnosis, and no charge if the machine is not repairable, or not in need of repair.
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