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| [* black] Well, these are new. The [guide|26595|last time|stepid=66223|new_window=true] we tore down a Surface Pro, we encountered a display connector trapped beneath a springy metal bracket. | |
| - | [* black] This time around, Microsoft has modified their connector design. The display connectors are relatively common press connectors—similar to an [guide|48170|iPhone display|stepid=107867|new_window=true]—but they're trapped under a snapped-on metal shield. |
| - | [* black] In addition to this new connector encasement technique, Microsoft positioned the display cables on either side of the display, yet far enough from the edges to prevent easy access. |
| + | [* black] This time around, there are ''two'' cables holding the display to the body, preventing it from being opened like a book on ''any'' hinge. Our only recourse: tackle those connectors. |
| + | [* black] And of course, Microsoft has modified their connector design. The display connectors are relatively common press-on connectors—similar to an [guide|48170|iPhone display|stepid=107867|new_window=true]—but they're trapped under snap-on metal shields. |
| + | [* icon_note] Luckily we only have to juggle the display for the first connector, this display is nearly free! |