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    Changing CCFL for LED on m1530 possible?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by phnx90, Nov 16, 2008.

  1. phnx90

    phnx90 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi guys,

    I have an older XPS m1530 (i.e. pre-Penryn) with a CCFL display at 1280 x 800...is it possible to change the entire screen to accommodate an LED screen at the same res?

    Is it possible to get a thinner cover for the screen as well?

    And finally, how would these modifications affect my warranty?
    (I overclocked my 8600M GT already, so technically it's already void, but the Dell technicians in Hong Kong haven't noticed it yet XD)

    Thanks guys
     
    phnx90, Nov 16, 2008
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  2. zfactor

    zfactor Mastershake

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    you would have to swap the whole lid...
     
    zfactor, Nov 16, 2008
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    phnx90 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ah, sorry, stupid question then =D
    but they do have LED displays at 1280 x 800, I assume?

    And what about the warranty?
     
    phnx90, Nov 16, 2008
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  4. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    If you swapped the screens on your 1530, I believe that would no longer be covered warranty..as your replacing with something on your own ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Nov 16, 2008
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    phnx90 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ah, right thanks =)
     
    phnx90, Nov 17, 2008
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