DIY - Replace Broken Laptop LCD

Step 1 Gather Supplies

What we'll need, besides the replacement LCD of course, are the tools to open the display enclosure. In this case, we'll need a tiny magnetic phillips screwdriver, a size 1.5 allen wrench and something to pry apart the snap together frame.

The later can be a couple of small (tiny) flat edged screwdrivers, a metal ruler or paint scraper with the edge filed to a sharper edge, etc. In my case, I use the tools that were included with a battery replacement for an iPod. The tools alone were worth the cost of the battery!

For some, a pair of tweezers would help.

Comments

[ILEDWARDSJR]

Your instructions were very helpful.  This afternoon I replaced the lcd screen in an IBook G4 (14" mid 2005)  The only snag was that the four screws on the ends of the outside case were #6 Torx screws rather than Allen head screws - fortunately I had a set of small sized Torx screwdrivers.  Otherwise the removal and replacement went through without a hitch.  Thanks again.

[sheshe21488]

does repairing a screen for an acer follow the same rules. if so this would be great help. and save me so much money instead of buying a new laptop. but my screen cracking is rather extensive there is one that covers 2 spots on the rights. but two long lines extend the entire width of the computer on the top and bottom is it even worth repairing thanks for the help if you can

[LasVegas]

Absolutely! In all likelihood, you'll find the screws under square rubber covers. Carefully place these rubber pieces, adhesive down on some plastic wrap to protect them. Get the part number from the back of the screen and search eBay for it. Likely you'll find it quite inexpensive.

[sheshe21488]

ok. I will do that. thanks for your help. hopefully this will work out fine