Lenovo ThinkPad Laptop: How to replace broken screen?

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 broken screen replacement

Replacing a broken screen on Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop is not hard. 
But if you don’t have the right tools or capable hands, you should ask someone else to do it

– some wiseguy from the internets
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First use a strong tool to pry open the top-side. Its easy to scratch or break this cheap Lenovo plastic, so be careful
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The screen frame is glued in its place, you might need to use the force to remove it
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This little wire is also very delicate and should be handled carefully

This process only took me a few minutes and I like it that I did not need to use my screwdriver at all! 

Where to buy?

FHD IPS 1080p Screen for Lenovo ThinkPad T490
WQHD 2560X1440 IPS Display Upgrade for ThinkPad T490
130 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set – Mini Professional Magnetic Electronics Repair tools

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