LCD Disassembly

Guide Information
Guide Title: Disassembly of LCD Frame

Created by: Compman55

Contact: compman55@aol.com

Summary
How to dissasemble your LCD.

Applies to
 * Arima: W730-K8 based laptops "Any Shadow Case"
 * eMachines: m2350, m2352, m68xx, m64xx
 * Gateway: m520, 74xx, 72xx
 * Targa: Visionary 811
 * Voodoo: Envy M:860, and many other models not listed here.

Tools Needed
 * 1) #1 magnetic Phillips screw driver
 * 2) Small flat head screw drivers
 * 3) Credit card or other type of stiff card
 * 4) Small flashlight, LED works the best
 * 5) Towels or other soft cloths
 * 6) Rubber surgical gloves, wash after putting on!!!
 * 7) Tube of medium strength thread locker (Blue)

Before Getting Started
Tampering with any internal components excluding, external ram slot, DVD drive, and hard drive will void your warranty. So you will be taking a moderate risk. There are ways the manufacture can identify if you have been inside. Hopefully this guide will help reduce this risk. The tools listed above are mandatory to do the procedure correctly.

Procedure

 * 1) Diagnose the problem first, and purchase necessary parts.
 * 2) Obtain a replacement inverter and if needed, a wiring harness. Inverter Part # 83-120082-3000.
 * 3) Make certain environment is very clean, and free of static.
 * 4) Remove battery, and AC power source from laptop.





























Conclusion
This guide was designed for removal and replacement of the LCD backlight inverter, and wiring harness. For those who had the courage and basic "know how" to do this procedure, I hope this guide helped overcome some the initial fear and "cloud points" you may have had. Good Luck, and as always, your feedback is always appreciated.