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    M18x R1 Replacement Screen Options

    Discussion in 'Alienware 18 and M18x' started by rassy7, Sep 12, 2018.

  1. rassy7

    rassy7 Newbie

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    I have an M18x R1 that works great. The screen, however, is cracked. I'm having a difficult time finding a replacement screen I'm comfortable using. I'm not sure how much I love the idea of a used screen. Right now, mine doesn't have any burned out pixels. I'd have to get one with burned out pixels instead of the crack I have. I know they don't make the screen anymore so my options are pretty limited. But basically, what are my options? Are there any screens from other computers that are compatible with my computer? Is there any way to repair a cracked screen?

    Thanks
     
    rassy7, Sep 12, 2018
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  2. Rengsey R. H. Jr.

    Rengsey R. H. Jr. I Never Slept

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    You can use either model screen from R1/R2.

    Or any 18.4” Screen with 40 Pin
     
    Rengsey R. H. Jr., Sep 12, 2018
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    Note to self, be very careful with display when working on m8x r2....
     
    Micah Morgan Clair, Oct 3, 2018
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    Mastermind5200 Notebook Virtuoso

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    The M18 series and 18 R1 all used the same or similar revisions of the same screen, so any of those should be plug and play. Unfortunately, it doesn't have an eDP port so you're limited to 1080P 60
     
    Mastermind5200, Oct 4, 2018
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    Would hooking up an external monitor to the HDMI out also be limited to 60 HZ?
    Thanks!
     
    Micah Morgan Clair, Oct 4, 2018
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    No, as long as it has a high enough spec. I think the one in the M18's was either 1.4-1.3, which should both handle up to 4K30 ish. Only the internal screen and VGA port are limited to 1080P60, as the HDMI and Display Port should be fine
     
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