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HP EliteBook 845 G8: Security Privacy replacement of screen

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:06 -0700

My screen came with the "Security Privacy" option on this HP 845 G8. The touch screen function is disabled. By design, I've never liked the viewing angles that it forces on the user. Now that I don't require the privacy screen nearly as much in my work, is it possible to change this screen out for a "standard" and/or "touch screen" version? This might be better asked of HP. Otherwise all is working just fine but just am curious to know what my options are.

Thanks for any help

Chuck

⟐ Answer accepted May 18, 2026 at 18:30 MST

Dell XPS 13 9360: How do I fix this broken laptop screen?

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:13:57 -0700

I have a spare Dell XPS 13 9260 and its screen is basically unusable. When I turn it on, it's just stuck on a dark color and sometimes it will flash the Windows login screen. I can't login either since it was my sister's, but she forgot the password to it years ago. I tried to hard reset it by holding down the power button for 15-20 seconds (according to dell.com) but nothing happened. Is there any way to fix this or do I have to replace the screen myself?

Refrigerator: Need help identifying a part

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:02:22 -0700

Brand: Samsung
Model Number: RF28R7201SG
Main Symptom: Need help to identify a part
What happens & when: NA

Error Code (if any): NA
Parts or tests already tried: NA
Photos / video link: SamsungIceMakerPart - Google Drive

Trying to identify this part. It is a bit melted from when I used a heat gun to melt some ice ('I know, bad idea). This is the plastic piece that protects the Styrofoam surrounding the freezing element in the Ice Master ice maker. It goes around the element and the foam. The auger assembly actually slides into this and the fan mates up with the bottom.

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 18:02 MST

1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am: Fuel pump reset button

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:44:11 -0700

2003 Grand Am will not start. Turns over but won't start.

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 17:44 MST

Xbox Series S: Does not power on, have shorted capacitors

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:42:49 -0700

During some testing I found sticky residue on one of these chips “marked in red” and all of the capacitors in the “highlighted yellow” area are all shorted. The Xbox does not turn one and would like some input if possible thank you.

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 17:42 MST

2008-2013 Nissan Altima: Why is my gas pump not pumping

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:41:48 -0700

vent Control valve replaced

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 17:41 MST

HP Spectre 13 4003dx x360: Does anybody know the correct case screw replacements?

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:37:56 -0700

Does anybody know the correct case screw replacements for a HP Spectre x360 13-4003dx? The originals are (seemingly) three different sizes and two are as close to stripped as they can be while still being functional.

⟐ Answered May 18, 2026 at 17:37 MST

2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe: Why does it keep going into limp mode on the engine

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:24:05 -0700

After if a few minutes are driving the window or door locks will start up going on and off and then the gauges will freak out and start bouncing all over the dummy lights will come on the engine will go into reduced power mode and I have to pull over I can shut it off start it back up and it runs fine but only for a minute and then it starts doing it again it'll progressively get worse to where it won't start after so many times I replace the alternator I replaced the body control module I replaced the ignition that's in the steering column I've added an extra ground in the engine

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 17:24 MST

Steam Deck: Steam Deck Controller ID Lacks Any Letter Code

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:21:09 -0700

I have an LCD model Steam Deck with the only modification done being an SSD upgrade inside. My left stick's rubber ring up top has gotten loose so I'm debating ordering a replacement from here, but hit a snag. Upon checking the Steam Deck Controller ID on my deck, I don't have a proper ID that matches what I've seen online; rather, it simply reads '12345678' with no sort of letter code at all. Is there some way to fix this within Steam itself? Is there something on the stick module inside that also marks whether its a Type A or B on the board?

⟐ Answer accepted May 18, 2026 at 17:21 MST

Bosch Coffee Maker: How to replace a coupling in a Bosch Coffe machine. Milk frother

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:19:37 -0700

I bought the part and I need instructions how to repace it Model TES70129RW10 Coupling No. 00647103. a video will be nice.

2008-2017 Buick Enclave: Rough acceleration and abs light on

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:15:31 -0700

The traction control and stabilitrack sensors are going off and it’s rough accelerating. ABS warning too.

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 17:15 MST

PlayStation Vita: Did a screen replacement, where did this bracket come from?

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:15:22 -0700

Did a screen replacement on my Japanese PS Vita 1100, which more or less involves a full teardown of the console. Upon putting it all back together, I noticed I've got this bracket left over. Does anyone have any idea where it might have come from, and it's important enough to pop the console back open to put it back?

Everything works fine as far as I can tell.

⟐ Answer accepted May 18, 2026 at 17:15 MST

Suzuki: My automatic Suzuki ciaz shift gear malfunctioned.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:09:25 -0700

My automatic Suzuki ciaz shift gear malfunction. Shifting is very soft but don't lock to desire place. In panel panel it was steady to R.

Riding Mower: Blade diagram for a LE1433H Snapper mower blade and drive belt

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:38:01 -0700

How to route the drive and blade belt for a LE1433H snapper mower

i need the blade belt too. its a 33" deck

the model # LT145H33HBV Ser#21357219

I need the blade diagram too, please @oldturkey03

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 16:38 MST

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Nothing changed after a battery change

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:35:25 -0700

The old battery was very weak, over 4 years old at this point, and the Samsung Members app was saying that the battery health is low. So I bought the battery here on iFixit about 2-3 weeks ago, and successfully changed it. First of all did the battery calibration method as prescribed on the box, charged it to 100%, and let it drain, did it a few times. Still nothing changed, the phone kept saying it has 10 hours of battery life at 100% and rapidly going down from there. Samsung Members still said low health, and AccuBattery reports about 82% of battery life remaining. Next I tried resetting the BatteryStats in *#9900# menu, nothing changed. Today a system message appeared saying that the battery is degrading. Seeing that still nothing changed, I wiped the cache from the recovery menu, but it still seems to have done nothing. Has anyone else encountered this and found a solution? I read on XDA that a solution might be in rooting the phone, changing some files and flashing back to stock, so it resets the battery life to 100%, but this seems like a stupid solution to such a simple problem, if it were some other phone i would perhaps do it, but considering it's a Samsung, rooting will make me lose a ton of features I wouldn't want to lose.

⟐ Commented May 18, 2026 at 16:35 MST

KitchenAid Professional 600: Accessory drive won't turn unless pushed in.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:12:40 -0700

My Kitchen Aid Pro 600 recently stopped turning the planetary shaft. I disassembled it and found that the play in the shaft was allowing the bevel gear to slide above the pin that engages the shaft. I replaced the composite washer at the bottom of the planetary shaft with at thicker one, and that eliminated the vertical play in the shaft so the bevel gear again engages the pin; however, now the accessory drive shaft will only turn if held in from the outside, as though it were missing a thrust washer, but there was no washer when I first disassembled it months ago for a different repair, and none of the videos I've watched show one, either. Seem unlikely that the gears would be that worn, but I'm no expert. Any ideas?

Grandpad: changing timezone on a disconnected grandpad

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:10:58 -0700

This grandpad has no sim and is not on a plan. It can't do much, but it can act as an elec picture frame. The issue is that it has the wrong timezone. Changing the location from the admin tools of the companion app and restarting has no affect on the home-timezone. Anyone know how this might be accomplished? Thanks.

⟐ Answered May 18, 2026 at 16:10 MST

iPhone 17e: Battery Punctured and don't what to do with it!

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:03:10 -0700

What should I do with a punctured battery? Can I still replace it or should get a whole new phone?

Grandpad: How to change battery

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:52:51 -0700

Consumer Cellular tells me that the battery is not replaceable. Has anyone disassembled one of these tablets apart to see if that is really true?

⟐ Answered May 18, 2026 at 15:52 MST

PlayStation 5 Slim: How do I take it apart to clean it

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:43:35 -0700

Need information on how to take it apart and clean it.