I recently replaced the LCD screen from a different model Acer Aspire (Both 15.6" , same connector and LED backlight) in my laptop. I've replaced LCDs from other laptops before, so I'm fairly competent in doing these repairs:
Donor PC: Aspire 5750 Series Model No: PSWE0 5750-6425 (This laptop will actually still power on, but immediately turns off, bought it for parts)
Transplanted PC (One that received the new screen) Aspire 5733 Model No: PEW71 5733-6696
I powered on the laptop for a test after placing the screen in it, I think I seen a spark come from the connector to the screen. The laptop still powered on, but the screen was black, I had to hold in the power button to shut it off. I removed the connector to the back of the screen and try powering it on again... nothing. I did this all on carpet, I hope I didn't build up static and destroy the motherboard?
I put the battery back in and tried to start it again, nothing.
It's basically dead to the world right now. Not acknowledging a charge or anything. Holding in the power button does nothing. I noticed the side with the power jack gets warm on the bottom, not sure if that means anything. EDIT: It's the heatsink that gets warm, right on top of the processor
Since this is a Q&A website:
-What did I do wrong? I realize tearing apart a laptop on carpet isn't exactly genius but I've done it before with no issues.
-What tests can I do now to isolate the problem? I tried removing the video cable right from the motherboard, still nothing though.
