Replacing the display panel
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
NOTE: These instructions are only applicable for laptop with non-touchscreen display.
1. Slide the display cable into the display-panel cable connector and press down the latch to secure the cable.
2. Adhere the tape over the display-panel cable connector.
3. Gently place the display panel on the display back-cover and align the screw holes on the display panel with the screw holes
on the display back-cover.
4. Replace the screws that secure the display panel to the display back-cover.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the display bezel.
2. Replace the display assembly.
3. Replace the wireless card.
4. Replace the battery.
5. Replace the base cover.
6. Replace the optical drive.
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