Gateway p-79 manual Replacing the LCD assembly, Replacing notebook components

CHAPTER 3: Replacing notebook components

Replacing the LCD assembly

Tools you need to complete this task:

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Flat-blade driver - OR - Scribe or non-marring tool

Phillips #0 screwdriver

Screws removed during this task:

• 2 black M2.5×3 (Keyboard cover)

• 6 black M2.5×8 (LCD front panel)

• 3 black M2.5x3 (Keyboard)

• 2 long black (Keyboard)

• 2 black M2.5×8 (Hinge bottom)

• 2 black M2.5×8 (Hinge top)

To replace the LCD assembly:

1Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page 57.

2If the notebook has wireless networking built in, unplug the wireless antennas by following the steps in “Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card” on page 65.

3Remove the keyboard cover by following the steps in “Replacing the keyboard cover” on page 75.

4Remove the keyboard by following the steps in “Replacing the keyboard” on page 78.

5Remove the screws on the bottom that secure the LCD panel hinges to the chassis.

6Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up.

7Carefully open the LCD panel to the fully-open position.

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