Acer Aspire 5 Screen Replacement
Complete guide to Acer Aspire 5 screen replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Screen Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Acer Aspire 5. This repair involves replacing the damaged display component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-2 hours and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement display part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
Slide the opening pick in between the silver cover and the black plastic bezel surrounding the screen.
If you find it challenging to remove the bezel from the bottom part of the screen, use the metal spudger but be very gentle to avoid cracking the bezel or screen.
Step 2:
Use an opening tool to lift the top right corner of the screen.
Pry the other side of the screen up with the opening tool as well.
Step 3:
Use a spudger to pry the LCD from the grey plastic backing.
The LCD is attached to the grey plastic backing with white adhesive strips. These are on each side of the screen.
Remove the LCD, then place the assembly on the keyboard.
Step 4:
Remove the clear tape from the connector.
Use a spudger or opening tool, and flip up the small silver/brown locking flap.
Be sure to pry up on the hinged flap, not the connector socket.
Safely pull the display cable out of the connector.
Remove the screen.
📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $48-$210)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($80-$350)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Acer Aspire 5 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 247 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Acer Aspire 5 generates 255 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 8 kg of CO₂. That's a 97% reduction in carbon emissions!
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