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Slate removal and replacement procedures
CAUTION:
Components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider.
Accessing these parts can damage the slate or void the warranty.
NOTE:
HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your slate, go to
, select your country or region, and then follow
the on-screen instructions.
Component replacement procedures
There are as many as 27 screws that must be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the slate.
Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.
Display panel assembly
Description
Spare part number
Display panel assembly (12.0-in, (1920×1280), UWVA, WUXGA+white light-emitting diode (WLED),
BrightView, 3:2 ultra wide aspect ratio, typical brightness: 340 nits; ultra-slim-bent (2.4 mm),
TouchScreen, MultiTouch-enabled, eDP+PSR)
841564-001
Before disassembling the slate, follow these steps:
1.
Turn off the slate. If you are unsure whether the slate is off or in Hibernation, turn the slate on, and then
shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect the power from the slate by unplugging the power cord from the slate.
3.
Disconnect all external devices from the slate.
4.
Disconnect the slate from the keyboard/base.
Remove the display panel assembly:
CAUTION:
Before positioning the slate with the display panel facing down, make sure the work surface is
clear of tools, screws, and any other foreign objects. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to
the display panel.
1.
Position the slate with the display panel facing down and the power button facing toward you.
2.
Insert a case utility tool (1) or similar thin, plastic tool between the display back cover and the display
panel assembly.
3.
Use the case utility tool to separate the display back cover (2) from the display panel assembly.
CAUTION:
When using the case utility tool to separate the display back cover from the display panel
assembly, do not insert the tool in the area near the power button (3). Failure to follow this caution can
result in damage to the power button board and the power button board cable.
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