Replacing FRUs

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Replacing the LCD panel

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

  1. 1

    Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  2. 2

    Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the screen is against the surface and the computer cover is facing up.

  3. 3

    Remove the computer stand.  For details, see Replacing the computer stand.

  4. 4

    Remove the computer cover.  For details, see Removing the computer cover.

  5. 5

    Remove the system board shield.  For details, see Replacing the system board shield.

  6. 6

    Remove the VESA mount bracket.  For details, see Replacing the VESA mount bracket.

  7. 7

    Remove the power supply assembly.  For details, see Replacing the power supply assembly.

  8. 8

    Remove the 2.5-inch storage drive.  For details, see Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive.

  9. 9

    Remove the optical drive.  For details, see Replacing the optical drive.

  10. 10

    Remove the integrated camera.  For details, see Replacing the integrated camera.

  11. 11

    Remove the cover presence switch.  For details, see Replacing the cover presence switch.

  12. 12

    Remove the system fan.  For details, see Replacing the system fan.

  13. 13

    Remove the internal speakers.  For details, see Replacing the internal speakers.

  14. 14

    Remove the control button board.  For details, see Replacing the control button board.

  15. 15

    Remove the I/O bracket.  For details, see Replacing the I/O bracket.

  16. 16

    Remove the heat sink.  For details, see Replacing the heat sink.

  17. 17

    Remove the memory module.  For details, see Replacing the memory module.

  18. 18

    Remove the card reader.  For details, see Replacing the card reader.

  19. 19

    Remove the M.2 storage drive.  For details, see Replacing the M.2 storage drive.

  20. 20

    Remove the serial connector module.  For details, see Replacing the serial connector module.

  21. 21

    Remove the Wi-Fi card.  For details, see Replacing the Wi-Fi card.

  22. 22

    Remove the Wi-Fi antennas.  For details, see Replacing the Wi-Fi antennas.

  23. 23

    Remove the system board.  For details, see Replacing the system board.

  24. 24

    Disconnect the LCD cable from the LCD panel.

  25. 25

    Replace the LCD panel.



    1. 1 Removing the screws
    2. 2 Removing the LCD panel
    3. 3 Installing the LCD panel
  26. 26

    Connect the LCD cable to the new LCD panel.

  27. 27

    Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.