Display assembly
NOTE: All display assembly spare part kits include 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables.
Description Spare part number
17.0-inch, WUXGA+ WVA AntiGlare display assembly 450582-001
17.0-inch, WSXGA+ WVA AntiGlare display assembly 450580-001
17.0-inch, WSXGA+ WVA BrightView display assembly 450581-001
17.0-inch, WXGA+ AntiGlare display assembly 450583-001
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 46).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 62).
6. Remove the switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 69).
Remove the display assembly:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the rear panel toward you.
2. Remove the two Torx T8M2.5×9.0 screws (1) from the rear panel that secure the display
assembly to the computer.
3. Remove the three Torx T8M2.5×9.0 screws (2) from the base enclosure that secure the display
assembly to the computer.
4. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.
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