Dell XPS 16 (9640) How-To Install & Replace Your LCD Display Assembly


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the LCD Display Assembly on your XPS 16 (9640) laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 7 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your XPS 16 (9640) LCD Display Assembly.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x T5 Torx screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
XPS 16 9640 Screen

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Installation and Removal Instructions
XPS 16 (9640) LCD Display Assembly

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.

Step 2

  • CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.
CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.
TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a

Step 3

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x M2 x 3mm).Pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a
Disconnect the battery cable.

Step 4

  • Disconnect the battery cable.
Disconnect the battery cable.Disconnect the battery cable.
Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).

Step 5

  • Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).
Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).Unscrew and disconnect the LCD bracket and cables (2 X 1.4mm x 1.3mm) (2 x M2 x 3mm).
Unscrew the left and right LCD hinges (4 x M2.5 x 6mm).

Step 6

  • Unscrew the left and right LCD hinges (4 x M2.5 x 6mm).
Unscrew the left and right LCD hinges (4 x M2.5 x 6mm).Unscrew the left and right LCD hinges (4 x M2.5 x 6mm).
Unfold the LCD display assembly and separate it from the palmrest assembly.

Step 7

  • Unfold the LCD display assembly and separate it from the palmrest assembly.
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Unfold the LCD display assembly and separate it from the palmrest assembly.***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.Unfold the LCD display assembly and separate it from the palmrest assembly.
XPS 16 9640 Screen

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