Specifications

Display assembly
NOTE: All display assembly spare part kits include 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables.
Description Spare part number
17-inch, WXGA BrightView display assembly 490332-001
17-inch, WXGA BrightView display assembly with webcam 495897-001
17-inch, WXGA WVA display assembly 490333-001
17-inch, WXGA WVA display assembly with webcam 495898-001
17-inch, WXGA +Anti-Glare display assembly 490334-001
17-inch, WXGA + Anti-Glare display assembly with webcam 495899-001
Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 40).
5. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the WLAN module (see
WLAN module on page 43).
6. Remove the following components:
a. Keyboard (see
Switch cover and keyboard on page 49)
b. Switch cover (see
Switch cover and keyboard on page 49)
c. Speakers (see
Speakers on page 54)
Remove the display assembly:
1. Open the computer as far as possible.
2. Disconnect the display panel cable (1) from the system board.
CAUTION: There is a ground loop off the display panel cable that is secured to the left hinge. Be
sure you do not pull or damage the cable.
3. Disconnect the webcam and microphone module cables (2) from the system board and then
remove the cables from the routing path (3).
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