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I have two 17-inch Macbook Pros, and I want to swap the screens. One Matte 17-inch mid 2010 and one Glossy 17-inch late 2011. Is this possible? Thanks
As you can see the complete lid assembles are different part numbers. Trying to replace the LCD its self could be done but in the process you’ll likely damage the rubber gasket or the cover glass. Here’s the IFIXIT guide: MacBook Pro 17" Unibody LCD Replacement. 2010 Display Assembly (1920 x 1200), with AirPort antenna Glossy - 661-5470Anti-Glare - 661-5471 2011 Display Assembly (1920 x 1200), with AirPort antenna Glossy - 661-5963Anti-Glare - 661-5964
From what I have been able to research it appears that it will work. Powerbook medics part finder lead to the same parts for both machines: http://www.powerbookmedic.com/17-Inch-Ma… 2010 661-5470 glossy 661-5471 anti-glare See the compatibility list here for the 2010Macbook Pro 17" Anti-Glare Display Assembly and it will work on the 2011. http://www.powerbookmedic.com/Macbook-Pr…
