Screen replacement

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Replacing a screen is a relatively uncomplicated task. To do this, you will need a standard #1 screwdriver and something to hold screws in (in a pinch, parts taken off the XO can serve as temporary screw holders).

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Taking off the front panel

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Begin by opening the laptop and flipping the screen up, and then rotating it to a 90 degree angle, similar to this.

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Next, remove the screws circled in blue from the bottom of the screen. There are two on each side (right/left) of the XO, so make sure to get all four.

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Remove the two green panels from the side of the XO by first sliding them and then lifting them off.

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Finally, pull off the front panel, pulling it out at the bottom and then gently sliding it downwards.

Taking out the screen

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To get the screen out, remove the four screws highlighted in blue.

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Next, carefully slide the screen out, pulling the bottom out. Do not tug it or let go, as it will still be connected to the motherboard by two cables.

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Lift up the plastic latches and gently pull out the cables. This will allow you to pull out the screen.