Replacing the display assembly
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: Ensure that the hinges are opened to the maximum before replacing the display assembly on the palm-rest and
keyboard assembly.
1. Place the palm-rest and keyboard assembly under the hinges on the display assembly.
2. Press the hinges down on the system board and I/O board.
3. Replace the four screws (M2.5x4) that secure the left and right hinges to the system board and I/O board, ensuring they
are aligned with the screw holes on the alignment posts.
4. Connect the display cable to the system board.
5. Route the antenna cables through the routing guides on the fan.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the wireless card.
2. Replace the base cover.
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