Setup Guide

Replacing the display assembly

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

regulatory_compliance.

Procedure

1. Place the palm-rest assembly at the edge of the table with the speakers facing away from the edge.

2. Align the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly with the screw holes on the display hinges.

3. Replace the six screws (M2.5x5) that secure the display hinges to the palm-rest assembly.

4. Adhere the tape and route the touch-screen cable (optional) through the routing guides on the fan.

5. Connect the touch-screen cable and display cable to the system board.

NOTE: The touch-screen cable is available only on laptop configurations with touch displays.

6. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the display-cable bracket to the system board.

Post-requisites

1. Replace the wireless card.

2. Replace the battery (half-length) or the battery (full-length).

3. Replace the base cover.

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