How do I replace the ZIF connector on my Acer S200HL LCD monitor? (IFIXIT Acer LCD Monitor ZIF Connector Replacement Owner's Manual)

Answer

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Mar 26, 2025 - 05:18 AM

To replace the ZIF connector on your Acer S200HL LCD monitor, please follow the steps outlined in the provided owner's manual:

1. Step 1: Removing the Stand
- Place the monitor screen face down.
- Firmly hold the base of the stand with one hand and the bottom of the monitor with the other hand.
- Pull the stand away from the monitor.

2. Step 2: Removing the Back Panel
- Use a plastic opening tool to pry the back panel from the front panel.
- Start at one point of the gap and pry along the entire monitor to release the clips holding the monitor together.
- Note that there are four clips on both the left and right sides, and five clips on the top and bottom.

3. Step 3: Gently lift the back panel away from the monitor.

4. Step 4: Removing Interior Motherboard Casing
- Unscrew the four 7.5 mm Phillips #2 screws connecting the motherboard to the metal casing.

5. Step 5: Remove the four 10 mm hex screws.

6. Step 6: Gently lift the motherboard casing from the monitor.

7. Step 7: Removing the Connections to the Motherboard
- Follow the instructions in the picture to remove the three connectors shown.

8. Step 8: Removing the No Fuss Ribbon Cable Connector
- Lift the black seal to release the small ribbon connector (the No Fuss Ribbon Cable connector) from the motherboard.

9. Step 9: Removing the ZIF Connectors
- Lift the black seal to release the large ribbon connector (the ZIF connector).

10. Step 10: Removing the Bundled Cable Connector
- Pull the bundled cable connector gently away from the motherboard.

11. Step 11: Removing the Motherboard
- Gently lift the motherboard to remove it from the monitor.

12. Step 12: Removing the ZIF Connector from the Screen
- Slowly pull the tape off of the ZIF connector and the monitor.

13. Step 13: Lift the black seal to release the ZIF connector from the monitor.

To reassemble your Acer S200HL LCD monitor, simply follow these instructions in reverse order.

Please note that these instructions are provided as a general guide and may vary slightly depending on the specific model and design of your Acer S200HL LCD monitor. It is always recommended to refer to the official owner's manual or seek professional assistance if you are unsure or uncomfortable performing the repair yourself.