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    Are same-size screens interchangeable between laptops? (XPS 15 L502X to Inspiron 15R N5110/5520)

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by PocketSmiley, Aug 18, 2012.

  1. PocketSmiley

    PocketSmiley Notebook Geek

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    I have an unused 1080p B+RGLED screen (B156HW01 V.7) and an FHD ribbon cable (V73D3) which will be used to upgrade our second L502X from the Outlet. I would gladly cancel this recent order and get a higher spec'd Inspiron 15R for the same price if the B156HW01 V.7 works in it.

    I've read that laptop displays usually have model-specific configurations but it seems that given the correct ribbon cable, a screen with the same connector, size, resolution, and backlight should work normally (even if it's too thick to fit under the bezel).
     
    PocketSmiley, Aug 18, 2012
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    yeuemmaimai Notebook Consultant

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    the screens have to be of the same type and have the same connectors in order to be interchangeable
     
    yeuemmaimai, Aug 19, 2012
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