A few weeks ago the LCD panel on my laptop quit. After doing a little research on the internets, I figured out that the LCD INVERTER was the problem. At first I thought it was going to cost me $70 or more to fix. Searching Ebay, I found a new one for $29.95 + shipping. So here is how I replaced it:

LCD INVERTER: K000017700

Step 1: Follow first 11 steps on this guide to disassemble a Satellite P30, but you don’t need to remove all the screws from the bottom of laptop. Be sure to note which wire goes where on the WI-FI antenna.

Step 2: Remove 4 screws hidden under rubber pads located closest to the sides of LCD panel (marked with red arrows, other pads do not have screws under them).

Step 3: Take a screwdriver or other small tool and carefully pry apart bottom of LCD panel. After starting the bottom use an old credit card or guitar pick to split the rest apart.

Step 4: Unplug 2 connectors and screw from old LCD Inverter.

Step 5: Install new LCD Inverter.

Note: The new inverter had a long plastic shield around it and would not seat correctly. I took knife and cut a section of the plastic out so it would fit.

Step 6: Reassemble laptop. The whole process took about an hour.

DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any damage you can cause to your laptop.

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