Replacing The Display Panel - Dell Inspiron 8000 Manual

Replacing the Display Panel

HINT: Use a magnetic screwdriver to reassemble the display panel in the display.
1. Connect the flex cable to the two connectors on the back of the display panel.
2. Place the display panel assembly in the top cover, taking care that the flex cable is in place and is not crushed or crimped.
3. Reinstall the M2.5 x 4-mm screw that secures the flex-cable mounting bracket to the top cover.
4. Starting on the left side, use a magnetic screwdriver to reinstall the six M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the display panel in the top cover.
5. Reinstall the display assembly bezel.
Display Latch Assembly
1. Remove the hinge cover.
2. Remove the screw securing the flex cable to its strain relief, and then use the pull loop to remove the flex cable from the video card.
NOTICE: When reconnecting the flex cable, press down on both ends of the connector, not in the middle. Pressing the middle of the connector can
damage fragile components.