Philips #2 (Standard Philips Screwdriver)
Believe it or not, Apple actually uses some standard screws. For instance, this basic screwdriver is all you need to switch out the RAM in your iMac.

Philips #00 Screwdriver
Use the Philips #00 screwdriver to take apart the smallest Philips head screws you encounter on a variety of Macs.

Philips #0
The Philips #0 is essential for removing the medium-small screws in a variety of Macs, including older and newer laptops.

Torx T8 Screwdriver
Lots of Apple laptops and desktops require this familiar star-shaped torx screwdriver, including PowerBooks, iBooks, and iMacs. This is the larger of the two torx screwdrivers you will need.

Torx T6 Screwdriver
For most newer Macs, you will need both the Torx T8 and the Torx T6.

2mm Flathead Screwdriver
The 2mm flathead is a general screwdriver you'll use in most Macs.

5mm Hex Screwdriver
Use this screwdriver to remove nuts and bolts in a variety of Macs.

MacBook Air 5-Point Pentalobe Screwdriver
This screwdriver is what you'll need to take apart a MacBook Air.

Unibody MacBook Screwdriver
You'll need this custom, MacBook specific screwdriver to take apart the tiny screws on the back of your Unibody MacBook Pro.

Torx T5 Screwdriver
Use this tiny screwdriver to take apart your iPad.

Tri-Wing Screwdriver
Use this screwdriver for some of the internal screws in the Unibody MacBook Pros.

Needle-nose Pliers
Pliers are a basic tool that always come in handy when taking things apart.

Anti-Static Screw Tray
Often, taking apart a Mac to replace a single part requires taking the entire thing apart. Use an anti-static screw tray to keep all the screws organized, so you don't lose one in the process.

Anti-Static Tape Strips
Once you remove the anti-static tape in your computer, it's often hard to reuse it. So, be sure to keep some backups on hand.

Apple Flat Nylon Probe Tool
This tool is very similar to what Apple uses themselves. It has lots of applications, including key replacement, prying boards out of their logic board connectors, processor replacement, and screen removals on older laptops.

Putty Knife
Use a putty knife to pry open a variety of Apple products, notably the Mac Mini.

Heavy Duty Suction Cup
Need to remove a screen, like the one on your new MacBook Pro or Aluminium iMac? Get one of these suction cups. It's particularly essential for internal repairs on a new iMac.

Compressed Air
Compressed air is always handy to blow out accumulated dust from crevices in your computer.

Thermal Paste
If you decide to replace the processor on your Mac (yep, you can do that yourself), you'll need some thermal paste.

Anti-Static Wrist Guards
While anti-static wrist guards aren't essential for taking apart a computer, they do give you a little peace of mind. Remember, once you take apart your computer, you void whatever warranty you have with Apple.

Anti-Static Mat
It's helpful to take apart your Mac on an appropriate surface, like a large cloth or mat. It's even more helpful if that surface is anti-static.