Display assembly
The display bezel, webcam/microphone module, microphone module, and display panel can be removed
without removing the entire display assembly. See Display bezel on page 66, Webcam/microphone module
on page 70, and Display panel on page 68 for more information.
Description Spare part number
17.3-in, AG, FHD, LED, UWVA display assembly for use on computer models equipped with a webcam 784207-001
17.3-in, AG, FHD, LED, UWVA display assembly for use on computer models not equipped with a webcam 784206-001
Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off 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 first 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 45).
5. Remove the service cover (see Service cover on page 47).
6. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on page 56) or upgrade bay hard drive (see Upgrade Bay
hard drive on page 58).
7. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 61).
8. Remove the top cover (see Top cover on page 71).
Remove the display assembly:
1. Turn the computer upside down with the front toward you.
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