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HP Elite x2 G1 1012 Display Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace and / or adjust the screen of the HP Elite x2 G1.

What you need

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    • Be sure to power off and unplug your device before you begin your repair.

    • With the screen face down, lift up the stand as far as it goes.

    • Make sure not to force it past the resting point.

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    • Use a T5 driver to remove the six screws on the back of the tablet.

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    • After removing the screws, delicately close the stand.

    • Flip the tablet on its back so that the screen is facing up.

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    • Use the suction cup to carefully separate the screen from the device. Pull upwards with a fluid and smooth motion.

    • Do not lift too fast! There will still be wires connecting the screen to the device. Make sure they are not tampered with.

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    • Remove the tape on the lower left side of the screen.

    • Underneath the tape, disconnect the LCM cable, the larger wire that was underneath the tape, from the back of the tablet screen.

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    • Disconnect the flex cable from the device using the spudger.

    • Remove the Display Assembly from the device.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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