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    self-install of vostro webcam screen?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by bj02454, Apr 28, 2008.

  1. bj02454

    bj02454 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is there any way to add the webcam to a 1500? I got it as a WSR, so no choices, but I could easily enough install one myself. Anyone know where to buy one?
     
    bj02454, Apr 28, 2008
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  2. nizzy1115

    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    All you should need is the webcam bezel plastics that encase the lcd (front and back). I would say that you would just need the front bezel, but i don't think the wiring would be there.
     
    nizzy1115, Apr 28, 2008
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It would be much cheaper at this point to just go with a USB webcam. You're talking major warranty-voiding surgery on the 1500 now.
     
    Greg, Apr 28, 2008
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    ms500 Notebook Consultant

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    You would have to run the cable behind the LCD in the casing, then through the hinge area to the header on the motherboard, which wouldn't be easy.
     
    ms500, Apr 28, 2008
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    millermagic Rockin the pinktop

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    I have the in screen webcam and it doesn't work. Meh. I'd go with a USB one.
     
    millermagic, Apr 28, 2008
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