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iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display Teardown

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  • iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display Repairability Score: 1 out of 10 (10 is easiest to repair)

  • Cutting the tape to open the iMac isn't too hard (with the right tools), but it must then be replaced to complete any repair.

  • The RAM is still soldered to the logic board—you're stuck with what you bought.

  • The Fusion Drive connector is missing from the logic board, killing all hope of storage hacking.

  • The CPU is soldered to the logic board, and cannot be replaced or upgraded.

  • The glass and Retina Display are fused together, increasing the cost of replacement.

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