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8. Press inward on the metal clamps on both sides of the top flex-cable connector and gently pull to disconnect the top flex-cable connector from the display
locking connector.
9. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the bottom flex-cable connector from the inverter connector.
Replacing the Display Panel
1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
2. Follow the instructions in Removing the Display Panel.
3. Connect the top flex-cable connector to the display locking connector on the new display panel.
4. Connect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector.
5. Gently place the display panel inside the display cover.
6. Replace the six M2 x 3-mm screws (three on each side) to secure the display panel to the display cover.
7. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel).
8. Replace display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly).
9. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard).
1
display panel
2
M2 x 3-mm screws (6)
3
display cover
1
back of display panel
3
metal clamps
5
inverter connector
2
top flex-cable connector
4
bottom flex-cable connector
CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the display cover and/or the display panel, ensure that the guide posts at the top of the display panel are properly aligned with the
corresponding notches on the display cover.