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    Need to Replace Bezel on 1330

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by elnoyl, Jan 3, 2009.

  1. elnoyl

    elnoyl Notebook Enthusiast

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    I want to replace the whole bezel that goes around my slim and light led screen. I also need to replace the cover on top of that which is tuxedo black. Is it difficult to do? Where do i buy it from? how much is this going to cost me? thanks
     
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    paper_wastage Beat this 7x7x7 Cube

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    are you under warranty? might be able to get it from dell straight

    ebay next ig uess

    the bezel replacement is easy( it snaps off)... the cover is tough... i did it once to replace the hinge part.. u need to disassemble the entire display..... a fun 3 hours opening my laptop... . :p
     
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    elnoyl Notebook Enthusiast

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    i got in on the same deal as you did. It is exactly the same setup with warranty. There are a couple of scratches on it that annoy the hell out of me. what would you?
     
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    paper_wastage Beat this 7x7x7 Cube

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    call dell and say something fell onto the bezel and scratch/broke it.... since u (should) have Compelte Care, the CSR would ask you to return it to depot (the CSR didnt offer to send a tech for NBD service, but a broken hinge is minor... didn tpush) .... say depot takes too long, ask if you can get the parts sent over

    if u dont have Complete Care, too bad :)
     
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    elnoyl Notebook Enthusiast

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    i did exactly the same deal as you did on slickdeals through that special program. My laptop functions perfectly i just want the bezel changed and the cover since it's scratched.
     
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    elnoyl Notebook Enthusiast

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    how would i know if i have complete care or not?
     
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    I bought my M1330 from Dell Outlet (refurb).
    It came in excellent condition except for few marks (light scratches) on the back lid.

    I decided to buy a replacement cover to make the M1330 look like brand new. :D

    Called Dell to order the part (Tuxedo Black as well) and they refused to sell it for me. :mad:

    But they scheduled a technician to come to my house and replace the lid cover for free. :) :) :)



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    yeah i have complete care. here is what it says:
    Complete Care DELL 8/7/2008 8/7/2012 1308
    Next Business Day, Includes Nights/Weekends QLX 8/7/2008 8/7/2009 212
    Next Business Day, Includes Nights/Weekends QLX 8/8/2009 8/7/2012 1095
    XPS Technical Support DELL 8/7/2008 8/7/2009 212
    XPS Technical Support DELL 8/8/2009 8/7/2012 1095
     
    elnoyl, Jan 7, 2009
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