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Replacing the LCD panel hinge
Tools you need to complete this task:
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Screws removed during this task:
To replace the LCD panel hinge:
1 Complete the steps in “Preparing the convertible notebook” on page 5.
2 If the convertible notebook has wireless networking built in, unplug the wireless antennas
by following the steps in “Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card” on page16.
3 Remove the hinge covers by following the steps in “Replacing the hinge covers” on page 26.
4 Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in “Replacing the keyboard cover” on
page 27.
5 Remove the LCD assembly by following the steps in “Replacing the LCD assembly” on page 40.
6 Open the LCD panel to the fully open position.
7 Remove the rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly.
Important
The number of rubber inserts varies by convertible notebook model.
Flat-blade driver Scribe or non-marring tool- OR -
Phillips #0 screwdriver
4 black 2.5*3.5 (LCD
hinge to LCD panel)
4 or 8 black 2.5*5.0 (LCD
panel front)
4 or 6 black 2.5*8.0 (LCD
hinge to notebook)
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