Replacing the Display Hinges
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 7. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 9.
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NOTE: The below provided instructions are applicable only for computers with
Procedure
1Align the screw holes on the display hinges with the screw holes on the display
2Replace the screws that secure the display hinges to the display
Postrequisites
1Replace the display panel. See "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 63.
2Replace the display bezel. See "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 59.
3Replace the display assembly. See "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 55.
4Replace the bottom cover. See"Replacing the Bottom Cover" on page 28.
5Replace the keyboard. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 24.
6Replace the wireless card. See "Replacing the Wireless Card" on page 20.
7Replace the hard drive. See "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 18.
8Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13.
9Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 11.
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