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    M17x R3 upgrade from non3d to 3d LCD

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by delinx32, Dec 2, 2012.

  1. delinx32

    delinx32 Newbie

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    Long story short: I spilled coke on my laptop. Its been repaired, but my LCD has an issue with the blue channel. Any blue on the screen kind of "flickers". I believe the problem is with my LCD, because everything is fine if I run an HDMI out to another monitor.

    My laptop is still under warranty, but not against accidental damage so I don't want to send it for repairs due to my mistake. Since I believe that I'm going to have to replace the LCD, I thought it would be a good opportunity to upgrade to a 120hz panel which I had intended to buy from the start.

    I know that I have a LG LP173WF1 panel now. I know that I need to upgrade to a LP173WF2 or LP173WF3 to get the 120hz version. I also know that my current connector is a 40 pin, and the connector for those two monitors is 50 pin. What I can't figure out is what cable I need to buy to get the LP173WF2 or 3 to work with my laptop.

    I have the GTX 560 card, so it should support 3d and 120hz if I can get the proper cable.

    Anyone know the part number on the cable I need, and any advice on how to swap the panel?
     
    delinx32, Dec 2, 2012
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  2. vic_doom69

    vic_doom69 Notebook Consultant

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    motherboard has two connectors. one for 3d 120hz and one for non 3d 60hz. you will use the one on the right (looking at the laptop with screen open). i was just in mine today swapping out the odd drive for a hdd caddy. easiest way to do it would be to try to buy an entire assembly, with all cables, lights, ect already in it and it would be a direct and quick swap.

    Alienware M17x R3 R4 complete teardown / how to take apart / disassemble - Hidevolution.com - YouTube

    skip to about 17 min in and you will see exactly what im talking about.
     
    vic_doom69, Dec 3, 2012
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  3. bigtonyman

    bigtonyman Desktop Powa!!!

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    Good luck finding an aftermarket 3d panel. I haven't seen any on Ebay for a while. I personally bought my new 1080p panel from a great reseller on ebay though, so good luck!!! :)
     
    bigtonyman, Dec 3, 2012
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    vic_doom69 Notebook Consultant

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    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    You can also send us an e-mail to [email protected] with your tag, phone and a brief description of the issue and we'll be able to help you with this issue. We have all parts you need :p :cool:
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Dec 3, 2012
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