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    M17x LCD panel upgrade feasible?

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Heartache, Feb 20, 2010.

  1. Heartache

    Heartache Notebook Consultant

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    Evening gentlemen, I've looked around here but I can't seem to find anything other than the how to guide on how to swap the LCD panel on the M17x. I found someone selling a lightly used M17x near me for a great price, and it has everything I want except the screen is only 900p resolution. Would it be difficult (or even worth it) to find a 1200p replacement screen and install it/have the existing hardware work properly with it?
     
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  2. DR650SE

    DR650SE The Whiskey Barracuda

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    It would be worth it in my opinion. I would start by looking at The_Moos CPU replacement guide. Once you get it down to that point, the LCD screen is a few more screws. It should work since both were offered with the same motherboard
     
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  3. Aikimox

    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    If you plan on using this machine for a few years - 100% go for the 1200p. You can even call AW tech support and inquire the price. I wonder if it's that expensive to buy the panel only (install it yourself) just don't tell them that it's for your machine as it may void the warranty.
     
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    Heartache Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for the info, was mainly worried about there being compatibility issues. I guess it depends on what Alienware would charge me, hopefully it still keeps it worthwhile.
     
    Heartache, Feb 20, 2010
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