Screw set
for the iPod Classic 6th Gen A1238
- 1-year limited warranty
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For the iPod Classic 6th Gen
Used (Apple Original) · Model A1238
$7.95
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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
- Completed repairs aren't refundable. If a part we fitted fails within a year, we repair it again.
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About this part
Overview
Internal replacement screws for iPod Classic 6th Generation. Buy when screws are missing, stripped, damaged, corroded, or lost during a previous repair.
Fitment snapshot
What Is Included
Fit and specs
Specifications & Fitment
Part Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | A1238 |
| EMC | EMC 2173 |
| Condition | Used — factory original Apple part. Normal cosmetic wear expected. |
Compatible Variants
| Order Number | Capacity | Color | Case | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MB147LL/A | 80GB | Black | thin (0.41 in) | Yes | — |
| MB029LL/A | 80GB | Silver | thin (0.41 in) | Yes | — |
| MB565LL/A | 120GB | Black | thin (0.41 in) | Yes | — |
| MB562LL/A | 120GB | Silver | thin (0.41 in) | Yes | — |
| MB150LL/A | 160GB | Black | thick (0.53 in) | Yes | — |
| MB145LL/A | 160GB | Silver | thick (0.53 in) | Yes | — |
| MC297LL/A | 160GB (Late 2009) | Black | thin | Yes— fits | Fits the Late-2009 thin 160GB (MC293LL/A / MC297LL/A); that model is sold under the iPod Classic 7th Generation (Late 2009) pages. |
| MC293LL/A | 160GB (Late 2009) | Silver | thin | Yes— fits | Fits the Late-2009 thin 160GB (MC293LL/A / MC297LL/A); that model is sold under the iPod Classic 7th Generation (Late 2009) pages. |
Install and repair
Step-by-step guide
How to open an iPod Classic 6th/7th Gen
Tools: Plastic opening picks (two or three), Thin metal opening tool, Tweezers or a plastic spudger, Soft cloth, Anti-static wrist strap or mat, Phillips #00 screwdriver, A small dish or a marked sheet of paper, Charger and headphones you know work
- Switch it off and lock itUnplug any cable. Hold Play/Pause for about two seconds, until the screen goes dark. Then slide the Hold switch to locked, so orange shows, and press any button to check: the screen should stay dark. That way it can't wake up while it's open.
- Start on one long sideLay the iPod screen-down on the cloth. Press a plastic pick into the seam between the aluminum front and the steel back, about halfway down one long side. Push a second pick in further along the same side, so the gap stays open between the two.
Install Overview
Rather not open it? Choose We Fix It above: mail your iPod in and we fit it. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days on our bench. 1-year limited warranty.
Opening required
The iPod Classic uses metal clips and is difficult to open. Work slowly around the perimeter before accessing the internal screws.
Phillips #00 driver required
Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver. A larger driver can strip the small screw heads.
Keep screws organized by location
Screw lengths vary by position inside the Classic. Sort removed screws by location during teardown.
Do not overtighten
The metal framework screw posts are soft and can strip if the screws are forced or overtightened.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many screws are in the set?
Public sources show different counts for this model, so this listing does not promise a specific number; contact us to confirm current kit contents before ordering.
What type of screwdriver do I need?
Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver for the internal screws in this repair family.
What if my original screws are stripped?
Use replacement screws after removing the stripped hardware cleanly. Avoid forcing damaged screw heads deeper into the frame.
Which screws go where?
Public screw maps for this model disagree, so do not rely on one. Sort your removed screws by location during teardown and compare with the replacement set before closing.
Free diagnostic
Broken iPod? We can help.
Mail us your iPod and we will test it and send you a free repair quote. If you don't like our price, we will ship your iPod back at our expense.
How mail-in repair works
Order the free diagnostic
Choose your iPod. Add our shipping box and prepaid label if you need one.
Mail us your iPod
Pack it with your work order. No printer? Put a note in the box with your name, return address, email, order number and what is wrong.
Approve your quote
We test it and email your free repair quote. Most repairs are finished within 1 to 3 business days after you approve the quote.