User Guide

4 Replacement Procedure 4.29 Fluorescent Lamp
4-74 [CONFIDENTIAL] PORTÉGÉ M500 Maintenance Manual (960-559)
4.29.1 Replacing the 12.1-inch WXGA TMD Fluorescent Lamp
CAUTION: When replacing the fluorescent lamp, wear finger covers or gloves to avoid
contaminating or damaging the LCD panel. Be careful not to let dust or
other foreign substance into the module.
Disassembling the 12.1-inch WXGA TMD Fluorescent Lamp
To disassemble the 12.1-inch XGA TMD fluorescent lamp, follow the steps below and refer
to Figure 4-49 to 4-58.
Peeling off the tapes and insulation sheets
1. Place it on a flat surface that is free of foreign objects.
Make sure no dirt on the face to protect the surface of the LCD module from damage.
Put a protection sheet (e.g. soft cloth) on the face.