Acer ENTJ78, ENTJ77, ENTJ75, ENTJ76 manual Replacing the LCD panel assembly

CHAPTER 3: Replacing notebook components

Replacing the LCD panel assembly

Tools you need to complete this task:

Phillips #0 screwdriver

Flat screwdriver or Non-marring plastic scribe

Screws removed during this task:

• 3 black M2.5×6 (keyboard cover)

• 2 black M2.5×6 (LCD panel hinges - bottom)

• 2 black M2.5×6+Nylok (LCD panel hinges - top)

To replace the LCD panel assembly:

1Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page 47.

2If the notebook has a wireless card installed, complete the steps in “Removing the bay cover” on page 49, and then unplug the antenna cables. If there’s no wireless card installed, proceed to step 5.

3Remove the keyboard by performing steps 2–4of the “Replacing the keyboard” procedure on page 62.

Caution

The keyboard is connected to the notebook through a keyboard cable. Disconnect this cable first before pulling the keyboard away from the palm rest assembly.

4Turn the notebook over so the base is facing up.

5Remove the base screws that secure the LCD panel hinges.

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