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    7811FX and flickering horizontal lines

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by Magmaviper, Oct 29, 2008.

  1. Magmaviper

    Magmaviper Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have this problem that I've had with this laptop for the last month or two. Where I will get a real thing flickering horizontal line, that doesnt even go all the way across the screen.

    The problem is that it only happens when there is a certain amount of black objects on the screen. For instance when i maximize Internet Explorer right under the address bar there is a flickering line that is about 2 inches in length that runs horizontal right in the middle.

    I assumed this is a problem with the refresh rate, and ive searched around these forums and many other places for a solution.

    Anyone seen this problem before or know some steps I can take?
     
    Magmaviper, Oct 29, 2008
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  2. Syngensmyth

    Syngensmyth In All Seriousness

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    I have not seen it but advise trying different drivers. Try the one linked in my signature. If that does not fix it I would start talking to Gateway.

    Here is the video driver thread in case you really want to beat it to death.
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=265740
     
    Syngensmyth, Oct 29, 2008
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  3. bwitt79

    bwitt79 Newbie

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    I am having this same problem and this is the only place I've been able to find any information on this. I did download and install the latest drivers from Gateway; figured that was the safest route. That didn't solve the problem.

    Did the drivers on LaptopVideo2Go work? I'm just nervous removing a working driver to install another that may not be supported by Gateway. Can anyone offer advice to a noob here? TIA.
     
    bwitt79, Nov 28, 2008
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  4. EDC

    EDC Notebook Enthusiast

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    I had the same problem, it was the LCD . I tried different drives, checked refresh rates all with no luck. I had to send it in for LCD replacement, now it works great
     
    EDC, Nov 29, 2008
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  5. lc_lumos

    lc_lumos Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is there any solution for this problem? I just got the same thing w/ my 7811FX. Is it possible to send my laptop to BB for replacing the LCD? I have just got it for 1 month.
     
    lc_lumos, Dec 8, 2008
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  6. royk50

    royk50 times being what they are

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    sure you can. but it will take time. get used to the thought of 3-5 weeks no notebook.
     
    royk50, Dec 8, 2008
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    Not a driver problem. Its the LCD; you'll have to get it replaced. (I had the same problem)
     
    Deron, Dec 8, 2008
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    Rynoth Newbie

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    I have this notebook and the exact same problem. I purchased it off Ebay as a factory refurbished laptop, it came in the sealed box. However it's appearing that Gateway is not going to grant me any warranty repair (3mo for refurbished laptops) so i'll need see what to do about it myself.

    The flicker changes whenever i move the monitor, i can make it come and go with the slightest touch. This suggests to me that it's a connection issue to the LCD. Once i receive confirmation that Gateway will not repair under warranty, i'm probably going to tinker with it myself.

    Has anyone disassembled this laptop for this problem who might have some tips?

    EDIT: I just found this article on this forum which appears to have a user solution to this common problem. I'm going to try it later today.

    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=334705
     
    Rynoth, Jan 7, 2009
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  9. Kamin_Majere

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    Thats pretty much the solution. You just need to take off the media bar and reattach the LCD to make sure you get a good connection. If its still flickering after than then its more than likely the screen, but that should fix it for you
     
    Kamin_Majere, Jan 7, 2009
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