Introduction
Use this guide to replace the display assembly (aka screen) on your HP EliteBook 845 G7 laptop.
The display assembly includes the display panel pre‑installed in a cover (including the bezel and hinges). Follow this guide to replace the display panel on its own.
If your display is broken, cracked, or has dead pixels, it may be time to replace the display assembly.
Still under warranty? Contact HP to learn your warranty status, receive a repair under warranty if eligible, or for further warranty information.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to fully loosen (but not remove) the five captive screws securing the bottom cover.
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Position your laptop so the rear edge (with the screen hinge) is closest to you.
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Insert the flat end of a spudger between the rear edge of the bottom cover and the frame, near the middle screw and ELITEBOOK text.
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Use your spudger to pry up the cover to release the clip securing it.
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Leave the spudger inserted under the bottom cover for the next step.
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Slide your spudger along the rear edge toward one of the corners to release the rear edge clips.
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Rotate your spudger around the corner and up the edge to release the clips securing the short edge of the cover.
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Reinsert the flat end of a spudger near the ELITEBOOK text.
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Repeat the previous step for the other side of the cover to release the remaining clips.
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Position your laptop so the front edge (opposite the screen hinges) is closest to you.
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Use the point of a spudger or your fingernail to push on alternating sides of the battery's sliding connector to walk it completely out of its socket.
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Slide an arm of a pair of angled tweezers under the metal neck of one of the coaxial connectors on the WLAN (Wi-Fi) module, located just below the fan.
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Lift straight up to disconnect the cable.
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Repeat to disconnect the second connector.
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Use tweezers to hold a connector in place over its socket and gently press down with your finger or a spudger—the connector should "snap" into place. If you're having trouble, reposition the head and try again. Don't use excessive force.
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Use your fingers to grip the plastic pull tab on the right display cable press connector, below the fan.
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Pull straight up to disconnect the connector.
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Use your fingers to pull the display cable and two coaxial cables out from their clips on the right side of the fan.
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Use the point of a spudger or your fingernail to push on alternating sides of the power connector's sliding connector to walk it completely out of its socket near the left hinge.
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Take a Picture: Before removing the cable, you may want to take a photo of the wiring for easy reassembly.
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Use your fingers to grip the plastic pull tab on the left display cable press connector, near the left hinge.
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Pull straight up to disconnect the connector.
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Use your fingers or tweezers to lift the display and antenna cables out of their clip near the right hinge.
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Fully open your laptop and set it keyboard-side down on a flat, clean work surface, with the display closest you.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the six 4.6 mm‑long hinge screws—four in one hinge and two in the other.
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Before installing any hinge screws, make sure the display is properly aligned.
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Tighten the hinge screws in ascending order based on the number stamped next to each screw hole.
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Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before you install it.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Depending on your region, used HP devices and parts can be returned for reuse or recycling through the HP Planet Partners program.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
