iPod 4G Monochrome — Hard Drive IDE Ribbon Cable

Used (Apple Original) · Model A1059

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  • Used (Apple Original). Tested: installed in a working iPod and checked before it ships.
  • 1-year limited warranty · 30-day returns from delivery
  • Free pry tool in the box

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Part details

About this part

Overview

Cable 20GB / 40GB

Replacement internal cable for iPod 4G Monochrome. Use it when the ribbon is creased, loose, or failing at the connector before blaming the whole attached assembly.

Fitment snapshot

FitsiPod 4G Monochrome
Variant matchSee Compatible Variants
ReleasedJuly 19, 2004
TypeCable

What Is Included

✓ Hard Drive IDE Ribbon Cable ✓ One plastic pry tool ✓ 1-year limited warranty

Fit and specs

Specifications & Fitment

Part Details

Detail Value
Model Number A1059
EMC EMC 1995
Condition Used — factory original Apple part. Normal cosmetic wear expected.
Interface Toshiba 1.8-inch IDE/PATA flex
Type Flat ribbon cable
OEM Part 632-0259, 632-0259-A

Compatible Variants

Order Number Capacity Color Case Compatible Notes
M9787LL/A 20GB Black/Red (U2) thin Yes —
M9282LL/A 20GB White thin Yes —
PE435A 20GB White (HP) thin Yes —
M9268LL/A 40GB White thick Yes —
PE436A 40GB White (HP) thick Yes —

Install and repair

Install Overview

Rather not open it? Choose We Fix It above: mail your iPod in and we fit it. Turnaround is typically 3 to 5 business days. 1-year limited warranty.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right hard-drive cable?

There is one hard drive cable for every 4th Gen and iPod Photo, thin or thick: 632-0259-A.

When is the cable more likely than the drive?

A cable is more likely when it is creased, loose or corroded, when a known-good drive fails the same way, or when the folder icon appears the moment the Apple logo shows. If cleaning its contacts (99% isopropyl alcohol) and re-seating it doesn't help, it's likely the hard drive.

Is this an iPod Classic?

Apple's 'Classic' branding started with the 6th Generation (2007). This is the iPod 4th Generation (Click Wheel), the monochrome-screen model from 2004. Apple's official name for this model is iPod (Click Wheel).

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  3. Approve your quote

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