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    Removing LCD cover.

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by ctn777, Jun 4, 2010.

  1. ctn777

    ctn777 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Has anyone removed the LCD cover on the M11X?

    Please post pictures if you do. I can't seem to find any screws.
     
    ctn777, Jun 4, 2010
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  2. Rhodan

    Rhodan NBR Expert of Nothing

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    Why do you want to disassemble your LCD?
     
    Rhodan, Jun 4, 2010
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  3. vorob

    vorob Notebook Deity

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    Ye, i'm also interested in how this screen assembled.
     
    vorob, Jun 4, 2010
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    I'm more than a bit interested in what is in a WLAN/WWAN model as far as antennas located in the lid.

    Do they share the same antenna or are there two discrete assemblies?

    And like yourself, how easy is it to disassemble.

    Unit 5 is alive. :eek:
     
    DrGoodvibes, Jun 4, 2010
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  5. ctn777

    ctn777 Notebook Enthusiast

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    There aren't any visible screws on there to remove. I'm guessing you'll need to pry off the cover with a plastic knife or similar.

    If someone has already done this, pictures would be awesome !
     
    ctn777, Jun 5, 2010
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  6. wasupdog

    wasupdog Notebook Consultant

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    there hasn't been a disassembly guide posted anywhere? i'd be interested in seeing it too.
     
    wasupdog, Jun 6, 2010
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  7. GallardosEggrollshop

    GallardosEggrollshop Notebook Evangelist

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    Well if I get brave enough, and or bored enough lol I will try and disassemble the LCD. Slim chance but still a probability hehehe
     
    GallardosEggrollshop, Jun 6, 2010
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  8. Rhodan

    Rhodan NBR Expert of Nothing

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    The main issue you will most likely face after taking your LCD apart will be dust particles between the E2E plastic and the LCD. Even Dell doesn't do it, they will replace the whole assembly instead of just a faulty part like a scratched cover...

    Good luck
     
    Rhodan, Jun 6, 2010
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    erawneila Company Representative

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    Don't take apart the LCD sub-assembly. Not a good idea... Order one with the WWAN or get a USB card instead...


    Brian
    Alienware Quality
     
    erawneila, Jun 6, 2010
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  10. GabeZ

    GabeZ Information Technology

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    I may be able to provide some clarification on the issue. The M11X LCD screen is a sealed unit and cannot be disassembled (at least not under warranty). The entire LCD screen, back plastics and all, is replaced when there is an issue.

    Thanks,
    Gabe
     
    GabeZ, Jun 6, 2010
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  11. GallardosEggrollshop

    GallardosEggrollshop Notebook Evangelist

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    Well that's always good to know. I guess I won't be taking mine apart :D
     
    GallardosEggrollshop, Jun 6, 2010
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