How to replace an lcd screen on a Sony Vaio TX series Laptop.

This is a guide to help replace a defective/broken LCD on a Sony Vaio TX Series Laptop. May also be applied to other laptops.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Plastic spoon/Popsicle stick, small Philips Screwdriver, small flat screwdriver.

1. 
   Rubber Cap and Screw Location

   Remove the two lower rubber caps. These can be easily removed with a knife or even fingernails. Then carefully remove the screws using the screwdriver by putting the LCD side of the laptop on a flat surface to provide support.

2. 
   Place Popsicle stick or plastic spoon handle behind the plastic bezel

   Once the screws are removed, gently insert a plastic spoon handle or a Popsicle stick behind the plastic bezel covering your LCD Screen.

3. 
   Work around the bezel to seperate from the backing plate

   Once inserted, work your way all around the bezel to detach the plastic clips behind it.
   
   NOTE: You should never have to pry too hard to avoid damage.

4. 
   Seperate bezel completely

   Carefully separate the bezel from the LCD and the backing plate.

5. 
   Set aside bezel

   Once bezel is separated, you can set it aside out of the work area.

6. 
   Flip LCD forward and away from the backing plate

   Now carefully pry the LCD away from the backing plate. There is nothing holding it except a small connector on the bottom. You can flip the LCD forward onto the keyboard of your laptop as if flipping a page in a book.
   
   NOTE: Pay attention to the connector, it can be damaged easily if it is pried away from the laptop.

7. 
   Notice how connector can be removed

   Now look closely at the connector. It simply slides into the female socket.

8. 
   Remove the Connector

   Using a small flat screwdriver it can be pried away from the connector. Only use the side tabs of the connector to pry while gently pulling out.
   
   NOTE: Pay close attention to the wires, they are very delicate. Do not pull on the wires, only the connector. Also pay attention to the orientation of the connector to help in assembly.

9. 
   Reassembled!!

   Assembly is exactly opposite of disassembly. However, be sure to simply press on the bezel while supporting it from behind to click in the internal clips gently.

Tips & Warnings

• Having the correct philips screwdriver will make your life easy, and it will avoid stripping the VERY VERY tiny screws.
• Also pay attention to the connector when disconnecting, taking it slow and easy when removing from connector.
• Please take this task only if you feel comfortable. I am not responsible for damage to your laptop.