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    XPS 17 (L702X) vertical blue line on display

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by tha_azn_devil, May 14, 2011.

  1. tha_azn_devil

    tha_azn_devil Notebook Enthusiast

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    Title says everything, should I just get Dell to fix this issue, or can I repair it myself? Thanks guys.
     
    tha_azn_devil, May 14, 2011
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    Auron Notebook Guru

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    If the line is present regardless of what you are doing on the laptop then you have a faulty display and the only option is that it must be replaced. Call Dell.
     
    Auron, May 14, 2011
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    tha_azn_devil Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've tried restarting with no avail, thanks though. I thought there might be a way to revive dead pixels on the screen.

    One thing to note is that when theres a white background you cant see the blue line, but on a black background it shows up clearly.

    It really is disappointing, I hate to have to contact Dell and send the laptop away. Anyways thanks for the help.

    Edit: for some reason the line disappeared... Strange.
     
    tha_azn_devil, May 14, 2011
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    Auron Notebook Guru

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    For me this would be unacceptable on a brand new laptop, your call. More then likely Dell will send a technician who will bring the replacement parts to your home and fix it in front of you.
     
    Auron, May 14, 2011
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