HP Pavilion x2 10-n113dx Hinge Connector Replacement

Using the blue plastic opening tool or a flat bladed tool, carefully slide the blade in between the display panel and gently slide to prop open the assembly.

Gently lift and remove the display panel from the assembly.

Remove the translucent yellow tape that covers the battery connector on the mainboard.

Flip up the small white colored locking flap using the tip of a spudger or your fingernail. Then the ribbon cable can be removed easily without much effort.

Carefully disconnect the white ribbon cable from the mainboard.

Carefully disconnect the battery cable from its connector on the mainboard.

Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, carefully remove the 4 corner screws that hold the battery to the display panel.

Remove the battery from the device.

Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, carefully remove the 21 screws that hold the screen to the display panel. 3.32 mm head, 3.99 mm length (RED) , 2.82 head 3.5 mm length (YELLOW), and 4.15 mm head, 2.35 mm length (BLUE).

3.32 mm head, 3.99 mm length.

2.82 head 3.5 mm length.

4.15 mm head, 2.35 mm length.

Very carefully lift the circuit board in order to keep everything attached. Be careful with any cables that may still be connected.

Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew 2 screws 2.82 mm head 3.5 mm length from the hinge connector

Use the tweezers to gently remove the white pogo board ribbon from the hinge connector.

Gently remove the hinge connector from the display panel.