If you find a broken screen that needs to be replaced on your MacBook Pro, you may be tempted to head straight to the nearest official Apple Store. While the Apple experts certainly know their stuff, be prepared to pay a hefty price. If you purchased AppleCare+ for your MacBook Pro, you're covered for “up to two incidents of accidental damage”. If your initial warranty has expired and you haven't been able to purchase AppleCare+, you may be looking at a large bill.
Replacing the screen on your MacBook Pro is a repair that you can do yourself quite easily, but it should be done by a professional if your computer is under warranty or if you don't feel comfortable doing the repair yourself. If you decide to take on the repair yourself, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, make sure you have all the necessary tools and parts before beginning the repair. You'll need a Phillips screwdriver, a spudger, and a replacement display assembly.
You'll also need to make sure that the replacement display assembly is compatible with your MacBook Pro model. Once you have all the necessary tools and parts, it's time to begin the repair. Start by turning off your MacBook Pro and disconnecting all cables and peripherals. Then remove the battery and unscrew the screws on the bottom of the laptop.
Carefully lift up the bottom case and disconnect any cables connected to the display assembly. Next, remove the screws holding the display assembly in place and carefully lift it out of the laptop. Then disconnect any cables connected to the display assembly and remove it from the laptop. Finally, install the new display assembly in place of the old one and reconnect any cables.
Then replace all screws and reassemble your laptop.Replacing a broken screen on your MacBook Pro can be a daunting task, but with some patience and careful attention to detail, it can be done with relative ease. Just make sure that you have all the necessary tools and parts before beginning the repair, and if you're not comfortable doing it yourself, take it to an Apple Store or an authorized service provider.
