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Replacing the LCD assembly lidTools you need to complete this task:
Screws removed during this task:
•1 black M2×5 (hard drive)
•1 black M2.5×6 (optical drive)
•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)
•4 black M2.5×6+Nylok (LCD front panel)
• 2 chrome M2×4 (LCD hinge covers)
•4 black M2.5×6+Nylok (LCD front panel)
•4 black M2.5×5 (LCD panel hinges)
To replace the antennas:
1Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page47.
2Remove the LCD panel assembly by performing steps 2–15 of the
“Replacing the LCD panel assembly” procedure on page64.
3Remove the LCD front panel by performing steps 3–7 of the “Replacing the
LCD front panel” procedure on page 95.
4Remove the LCD by performing steps 4–7 of the “Replacing the LCD”
procedure on page100.
5If you are going to use the same Kensington lock cap, power button
assembly, webcam, microphone and wireless antennas, remove these items
from the old LCD assembly lid and attach them to the new one. Refer to
the related replacement procedure on previous pages for instructions.
6Place the LCD on the new LCD assembly lid.
7Return the hinge screws to their places.
Phillips #0 screwdriver
Flat screwdriver or Non-marring plastic scribe