Compaq F500 Laptop User Manual


 
Display assembly
Description Spare part number
15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly (includes wireless antenna transceivers
and cables)
442876-001
Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 28).
5. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see
Memory module on page 31).
6. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the WLAN module (see
WLAN module on page 34).
7. Remove the following components:
a. Switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 37)
b. Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 39)
Remove the display assembly:
1. Disconnect the display cable (1) from the system board.
2. Remove the wireless antenna cables (2) from the clips built into the top cover.
CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to
support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other computer
components.
3. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer.
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