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    AUO b156hw01 v.4 vs v.7

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by AutoArc, Aug 12, 2011.

  1. AutoArc

    AutoArc Notebook Consultant

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    Hi, I am considering doing a screen upgrade on my laptop to 1080p (AUO B156hw01), however, I cannot figure out which one to buy. ScreenInTaepei is selling the V.4 on ebay, and it says EXACT, so I am assuming that is the exact model. There are also several V.7s, but none of them say that I will get the exact model, so It could be a compatible model. Is there much difference between the V.4 and V.7? If so, do any of you know where I can find an actual V.7, not a compatible screen?
     
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    screenintapei has a good reputation here and they will give you the exact screen you are buying.

    I believe the V4 is the one for worldwide use and can be either glossy or matte.

    I believe the V7 is specifically for Dell and is only glossy.
     
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  3. AutoArc

    AutoArc Notebook Consultant

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    Someone replaced the screen in the same laptop I have (except their screen was already a 1080p panel) with the v7 and it apparently worked. My other question is, will I notice a difference in the V.7 over the V.4, or should I just get the V.4? The screen on Ebay is the matte version, which is what I am looking for.
     
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    I don't think there really is much of a difference. The V4 should fit fine and if it is the matte version, and that's the one you want, I would go for it.
     
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    Thanks for the input, I think I will go for the v.4.
     
    AutoArc, Aug 12, 2011
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