Replacing the display hinges
WARNING: 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.
Procedure
1 Align the screw holes on the display hinges with the screw holes on the display
assembly.
2 Replace the six screws (M2.5x5) that secure the display hinges to the display
assembly.
3 Adhere the tape to the display hinges.
Post-requisites
1 Replace the antenna cover.
2 Replace the display assembly.
3 Replace the wireless card.
4 Replace the battery (half-length) or the battery (full-length).
5 Replace the base cover.
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