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In this guide I explain how to remove and replace a damaged LCD screen in a HP Pavilion dv2000 notebook. This guide should work for all models in Pavilion dv2000 line.
By the way, this HP Pavilion dv2000 is like a small copy of HP Pavilion dv6000 notebook and all disassembly steps will be very similar.
Before you start, please turn off the laptop, unplug the power adapter and remove the battery.
STEP 1.
The LCD screen is mounted between the display cover and bezel. The screen bezel is secured to the display cover by six screws hidden under six screw seals. I circled these screw seals.
Remove all seals with a sharp object and after that remove all screws found under the seals.
STEP 2.
Start separating the screen bezel from the display cover on one of the top corners.
Continue separating the screen bezel.
Remove the screen bezel.
STEP 3.
The inverter board works as a power supply for the backlight lamp hidden inside the LCD screen. In most notebooks the inverter board is mounted below the LCD screen. In my guide I will not be removing the inverter board and because of that I will unplug only one cable from the right side.
STEP 4.
Remove four screws securing the display hinges to the cover.
STEP 5.
Carefully separate the display assembly from the cover and place the LCD face down on the keyboard.
Now you can access the LCD cable (video cable) connector. The LCD cable connects the screen to the the motherboard.
STEP 6.
Unplug the LCD cable from the screen.
STEP 7.
Remove the LCD screen assembly from the notebook. As you can see, the screen still has two mounting brackets attached to the left and right sides.
STEP 8.
In order to remove the mounting bracket, simply remove three screws. Transfer the bracket to the new screen.
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Did you know that your HP Pavilion dv2000 notebook might qualify from a free repair from HP?
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February 1st, 2010 at 2:29 pm
i have two hp dv2000 laptops and they wont show a picture on the screen and they come on wth the light showing. one of them stop coming on he startd back coming on but stil no picture. I was wondering if the motherboard was bad. And i tried connecting them to a external moniter but nothing happen. please help
January 27th, 2010 at 9:22 am
hello laptop tech
my girlfriend has one dv2000, i replace small parts ,and i did dust cleaning on this machine.
but now i have a little bit bigger problem now: she dropped this machine almost a year ago like 3-4 feet high, and still works until now. couple of time i can turn on the laptop, but not anymore. now only turn on the main machine( lights on ,i hear start working the hdd, and cd- rom) but the screen not turn on.
what is your suggestion, about this problem?
i feel some wires are not connected well after that drop, or maybe the inverter has some damage
please help me whit your experience, what i should try.
thank you
January 26th, 2010 at 6:42 pm
thank you SO much for this article! HP has none on their websites, unless I’m looking in the wrong places for the past two hours! and the pictures are extremely helpful.
I have a question though. antistatic strips? I’ve never heard of them before. where can I get such items?
January 18th, 2010 at 8:54 pm
circleallthatapply,
Yea, if you want to tighten screws on hinges inside the display panel.
Another place would be under the power button board cover. As an example you can use this guide for a Pavilion dv6000:
http://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-hp-pavilion-dv6500-dv6600-dv6700-dv6800-notebooks/
Take a look at the step 13. There are more screws under the bezel.
January 14th, 2010 at 2:23 pm
Would this be the same process I would have to follow to tighten the hinges on the screen of my dv2000? It’s a bit loose after moderate use and it drives me nuts. Thanks!
January 13th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Matthew,
I’m glad that you fixed the laptop. Thank you very much for your donation, I got it.
January 13th, 2010 at 10:11 pm
I found your instructions to be sufficient to fix my dv2000. I got a screen on ebay for 80 dollars (free shipping) from screenaid. It looks greeat, not a single pixel missing.
I had trouble putting the frame back on…
it turned out that the metal screen brace had to go BEHIND the black hinge plate…
duh… just like in the picture of step 2 and 4
I’m definitely making a donation. You rock
January 10th, 2010 at 8:31 am
Good morning and happy new year!
My HP ZD7102 laptop ha a video problem that started with many color lines and no image on LCD. It works fine with an external monitor, so suggestions have been that, because I traveled a lot with it, maybe LCD or cable is the reason of this problem. Any suggestion ?
January 8th, 2010 at 11:31 am
David,
Sounds like a problem with the LCD screen.
January 8th, 2010 at 11:25 am
Hi, my HP dv2000 laptop has a strange screen problem. When the laptop has been used for a while, a smoking like thing will show up in the left bottom corner, and then spread out to most of the screen. Sometimes, the screen will show nothing but blue with vertical strings. Adjusting the screen to a certain angle or restarting the computer will solve the problem temporarily. I tried to use a external monitor, it works fine. Which part the problem can be from? Screen, video cable or something else? Thank you!
January 5th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Marcelo,
I think it’s either bad video cable or LCD screen failure. It’s hard to tell without testing the laptop.
Can you get video on the laptop screen back to normal by moving the display?
Here’s what you can try (requires laptop disassembly). Take apart the display panel but do not disconnect the screen. Turn on the laptop and try moving the video cable while the laptop is turned on.
If video starts working properly when you moving the video cable, most likely you have a short inside the cable and it has to be replaced.
If moving the cable doesn’t change video, there could be a problem with the LCD screen.
Also, try reconnecting the video cable on both ends – on the motherboard and back side of the screen. Maybe it’s just loose cable connection.
January 4th, 2010 at 5:10 pm
Hello, thank you for the instructions. My hp dv2130br is displaying some diferent colours. Dark tones is always shown in a red tone. It’s very difficult to see the image properly. I have tested the notebook using a external monitor: in this way the image is perfect!
What could be the trouble? How could I fix it?
Thanks a lot for your help!
Best regards,
Marcelo.
December 22nd, 2009 at 9:00 pm
Where would you consider the best place to buy a new lcd screen for the dv2000?
December 21st, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Jimmy Lenngren,
I believe you can use a different screen as long as it have same resolution. In this case you don’t have to replace the video cable.
Before you purchase a new screen I would suggest contacting the seller and ask if the screen is compatible with your model.
A good seller should have a list of compatible screens and can easily answer your question.
December 15th, 2009 at 6:05 am
HI again!!
i found tons of different new screens for my dv2000. but the item number doesnt fit mine!!
does it matter??? are there different kind of screens for the same model?????
please mail me!!!
my art. no is: 410360-001
Thankx!!!!!!!
December 15th, 2009 at 5:37 am
Hi,
thanx for the info my, dv2000 just cracked!!
Is there any other screen from any other computer that would fit the dv2000??!!!
does the screen from the dv1000 fit the 2000?
Thanx a bunch guys, mail me!!
//jimmy
November 9th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
molly,
Yes, general display disassembly steps will be very similar. Maybe some screw will be located in different places, but very similar.
You can replace the LCD screen without removing the mini PCI communication module (aka wireless card) but you said you want to replace the LCD cover.
Here’s why HP mention removing the wireless card.
The wireless card has two (or three) antenna cables running under the LCD screen. These cables are attached to the LCD cover. If you want to replace the LCD cover, it’s better to disconnect those antenna cables from the wireless card first and separate the display from the laptop base.
November 9th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Hi great instructions! I need to replace the LCD cover on my HP DV5000. I am wondering if the steps are the same? Because, the manual talks about removing the mini PCI communications module in order to remove the display screen? It’s not very clear. Do you recommend this step? Thanks!
October 7th, 2009 at 11:11 pm
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Your photos and description helped tremendously! I have never repaired a laptop before, and your posting really made it simple and assured me in making the fix possible. THANK YOU!
September 28th, 2009 at 5:24 am
Coworker came to me and stated his girlfriend had dropped her laptop from 2 (two) stores, screen was broken. I looked on line and bought a new one. I also found your instructions on how to replace the broken screen. He decided to install it himself. your instructiopns were right to the tee, he had no problems at all, and was able to do it in about a half hour. We are very thankfull for people like you that are willing to share thier knowledge
September 22nd, 2009 at 9:43 pm
Victor,
Yep, sounds like LCD problem. Apparently there is a faulty joint somewhere on the LCD controller board. Unfortunately, you cannot fix it at home. You’ll have to use it as is or replace the screen.
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Here’s a temporary fix you can try (at your own risk of course
Remove the display panel and place something between the display cover and LCD screen, a piece of pen eraser for example. The eraser will push on the LCD controller board temporarily (or permanently) “fixing” the problem. You’ll have to find the right spot though.