Introduction
This is a replacement guide for the Apple iSight webcam privacy lens. It will demonstrate step-by-step how to disassemble the webcam in order to access the privacy lens.
Tools
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Remove two 3.55 mm screws that hold the body to the ball and socket joint using the PH000 screwhead.
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Unscrew 2 (4.41 mm) screws seen in the picture that surround the attachment of the lens to the main body.
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,Pull the loose circuit strip from its connection using tweezers.
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Do this for the side connection as well. This enables the entire camera lens section to come off.
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Pull the camera lens section off the main body.
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Unscrew the final (4.41 mm) screw that connects the lens circuitry to the aperture.
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Then pull off the circuitry top section.
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Pull off the top piece of the lens aperture.
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Finally, remove the privacy lens using tweezers.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.