Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If installed, remove the front bezel.
If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
Remove the system cover.
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Removing the LCD control panel assembly:
Disconnect the cables from the control panel board.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the control panel as it can damage the connectors.
Hold the top edge of the LCD control panel at the corners and pull upward until the LCD control panel tabs are released.
Pull the control panel away from the chassis.
Remove the screws securing the LCD control panel board.
Lift the LCD control panel board away from the chassis.
Installing the LCD control panel assembly:
Align the tabs on the control panel with the notches on the chassis.
Route the LCD cable through the cable retention clip.
Push the control panel toward the chassis until it snaps into place.
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Install the system cover.
If applicable, install the system into the rack.
If removed, install the front bezel.
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
