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Apple Cinema Display (27-inch)
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Overview
Identifying Features
The LED Cinema Display (27-inch) has a built in liquid crystal display with LED backlight that includes an iSight Camera with microphone and 2.1mm speaker system. It can support resolution up to 2560 x 1440 pixels. The allin-one cable creates a station for portable computers, which also includes a universal MagSafe up to 85W, Mini Display port with audio support, and three self-powered USB 2.0 ports.
This unit does not provide any psychical buttons. The power control is managed by the connected computer and the display is OFF if the DisplayPort source is powered off. It is in Sleep Mode if it detects the DisplayPort source is powered but does not send a video signal (i.e., Display Sleep). It is ON when the DisplayPort source sends a valid video signal. Brightness and speaker volume are controlled via System Preferences in Mac OS X.
System Requirements
The LED Cinema Display (27-inch) works with Mac computers running Mac OS X 10.6.4 up to Mac OS 10.16 that have a Mini DisplayPort connector.
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General Information
Opening the Unit
- The LED Cinema Display (27-inch) has a glass panel that attaches to the front, which must be removed prior to replacing any module on the unit.
- Follow ESD precautions when glass panel is removed.
Required Tools
- ESD wrist or heel strap
- Magnetized Torx T10 screwdriver
- Black stick
Required Special Tools for Glass Panel
- Two (2) Suction cups.
- Gloves (required if glass panel is broken).
Do's and Don'ts
DO
- Handle glass panel using protective gloves (if broken).
- Store glass panel in a safe area where it will not be broken or damaged.
DON'T
- Touch inside the LED panel with bare hands
- Place glass panel onto a work surface where it may collect dust and other contaminants
Conclusion
We are going to perform a glass panel removal in order to proceed with an LED Display Panel replacement on the Apple LED Cinema Display (27-inch). It is important to follow proper ESD precaution before proceeding with this repair and avoid touching any active energized components that could cause self-iniction.
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Glass Panel
First Steps
- Unplug the power cord. 2) Put on ESD strap. Caution: The glass panel is not tempered and will break into sharp pieces if mishandled.
Tools
- Suction Cups 2) ESD wrist wrap
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