Display panel
IMPORTANT: Install the new display panel together with all other parts in the replacement kit. Do not reuse
any old parts. Return all old parts to HP for warranty processing.
CAUTION: it is very important to use the exact cable that shipped with the replacement panel. Failure to use
the correct cable may result in panel failure.
IMPORTANT: You must install the latest touch drivers. Failure to install the latest drivers could result in a
loss of touch functionality. Go to www.hp.com/support to install the latest drivers.
To remove the display panel:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 19).
2. Remove the rear port cover (see Removing the rear port cover on page 19).
3. Remove the stand (see Stands on page 20).
4. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 21).
5. Remove the heat sink (see Heat sink on page 35).
6. Remove the webcam plastic cover (see Webcam module on page 40).
7. Remove the power button board and disconnect the cable from the ngerprint reader board (see Power
button and ngerprint reader boards on page 33).
8. Disconnect the audio board cable from the system board (see Audio board on page 54).
9. Remove the VESA bracket/Fan assembly (see VESA mounting bracket/fan assembly on page 43).
10. Remove the rear I/O cover (see Rear I/O cover on page 47).
11. Remove the I/O bracket (see I/O bracket on page 48).
12. Remove the 11 Phillips screws (1) that secure the main frame to the display panel.
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