Display assembly
Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o 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 rst 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 31).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Service doors (see Service doors on page 32).
b. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 36)
c. Optical drive (Optical drive on page 34)
d. WLAN module (see WLAN/Bluetooth combo card on page 40)
e. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 43)
f. Top cover (see Top cover on page 48)
Remove the display assembly:
1. Position the computer upright and open.
2. Disconnect the display cable from the system board (1).
3. Pull the WLAN antennas through the hole in the computer (2).
4. Remove the 5 Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (3) from the display hinges.
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