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Inspiron 15 3521 Service Manual

Installing the display panel

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the display panel and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image of installing the display panel - part 1

Image of installing the display panel - part 2

Image of installing the display panel - part 3

Steps

  1. Place the display panel and display assembly on a clean and flat surface.
  2. Connect the display cable to the connector at the back of the display panel and close the latch to secure the cable.
  3. Adhere the tape to secure the display-cable connector latch to the back of the display panel.
  4. Turn the display panel over and place the display panel on the display back-cover.
  5. Lift the bottom side of the display panel and slide the top side into the slots at the top of the display back-cover.
  6. Gently push down on the edges of the display panel until it clicks into the tabs on the display back-cover.

Next steps

  1. Install the display hinges.
  2. Install the display bezel.
  3. Install the display hinge caps.
  4. Install the display assembly.
  5. Install the wireless card.
  6. Install the base cover.
  7. Install the secure digital card.
  8. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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