Dell Inspiron 600m LCD Replacement

Written By: Alex Klimaj

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

20 minutes

Introduction

This guide will walk you through how to replace the LCD screen on your Dell Inspiron 600m. You will need a Philips #00 screwdriver, an anti-static wrist strap, and a wedge type tool such as a flat-head screwdriver or the IFixit Opening Tool to complete this guide.

Tools

Step 1

Flip laptop upside down and locate the battery as shown in the images.
Push in the tab on the battery and lift up. The battery should detach very easily.

Step 2

Using fingernails or a spudger, push any direction on the rubber dots to remove them from the plastic cover.
Underneath each rubber dot will be a screw. Remove these screws with the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Step 3

Use the IFixit Opening Tool to un-clip the plastic cover, detaching it from the rest of the screen.
There are clips about every inch around the right, left, and top of the plastic cover. Be sure that all of them are unclipped.

Step 4

Pull straight up on the cover to lift the cover off of the rest of the screen.
The bottom part of the plastic is a little sticky.

Step 5

Remove four screws (two on each side of the screen) with the Phillips #00 screwdriver.
The middle screw does not need to be removed.

Step 6

Gently lift the LCD panel off of the base.
The LCD is still attached to the computer. Do not pull too hard or you could break the cable.

Step 7

Flip the LCD panel over.
Do not touch on or near the back of the panel where it says "Don't Touch." LCD panels contain mercury which is hazardous to humans.
Remove the cable by squeezing each side of the connector and gently pulling straight out.