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    Backlight problem

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by laurapo, May 13, 2010.

  1. laurapo

    laurapo Newbie

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    Hey everyone, I'm having a problem with the back light of my laptop. I have a Studio 15 that I bought around 1.5 years ago. I don't know why the back light randomly stops working. When it happens I turn off the screen and turn it on again and it works fine. Any clues on what is happening?
    Thanks!
     
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    ernstig01 Notebook Evangelist

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    It sounds like an inverter problem. If you've still warranty, you're ok. Call Dell tech support about this issue.
     
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    I don't have the warranty anymore. Can I replace the inverter?
     
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    ernstig01 Notebook Evangelist

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    If you're a little handy you can do it yourself. The inverter sits under your screen behind the bezel. So you have to take apart the screen lid.

    I don't know exactly what kind of Studio 15 model number you have, but you'll find inverters at eBay for around $20 more or less.
     
    ernstig01, May 14, 2010
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