Dell Inspiron 8000 - Hinge Cover and Display Assembly Removal; Removing the Hinge Cover; Removing the Display Assembly

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Removing the Hinge Cover
1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Use a nonmarring tool to loosen the hinge cover at the back and at each side of the computer.
3. Open the display and lift off the hinge cover.
Removing the Display Assembly
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1. Remove the hinge cover.
2. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm screw that secures the flex cable to the strain relief, and then use the pull loop to remove the flex cable from the video card.
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NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.