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    Can I upgrade C655-S5128 from ccfl to led?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by dobi, Oct 6, 2012.

  1. dobi

    dobi Newbie

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    Hi.
    The screen on my C655-S5128 is cracked. Since led's are easier to get and cheaper I am wondering if I can upgrade to a led screen?
    Thanks for any help
     
    dobi, Oct 6, 2012
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  2. alexUW

    alexUW Notebook Virtuoso

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    For the most part no; but it is possible. It would require tons of independent research, modifications [splicing 1 wire into 2], and basically you experimenting on which LED panel would work.

    It would just be easier to buy a CCFL screen and having the confidence in knowing it will work.


    Good luck and let us know how the replacement goes
     
    alexUW, Oct 6, 2012
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  3. dobi

    dobi Newbie

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    Took only a bit of research:
    C655-S5128 Part Number: PSC12U-04001W uses V000225000 motherboard and ccfl lcd

    C655-S9520D Part Number: PSC12U-04601U also uses V000225000 motherboard but has a led lcd

    all information from toshiba and sparepartwarehous
    so should be an easy swap besides needing another cable for the led screen? Any thoughts?
     
    dobi, Oct 6, 2012
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    alexUW Notebook Virtuoso

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    Seems possible if the model does come with a CCFL and LED option.
    Sorry, but I do not know how to further assist you. I can however move this thread to the Hardware subforum if you wish; you may receive better advise there.

    Just post here if you want it moved.
     
    alexUW, Oct 6, 2012
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  5. dobi

    dobi Newbie

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    Sure. Please move. Thought that was the best place to post but maybe the the Hardware subforum is a better place.
    Thanks
     
    dobi, Oct 7, 2012
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    alexUW Notebook Virtuoso

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    Don't worry, I'll leave a redirect in the Toshiba forums, so those interested can still click on your thread.
     
    alexUW, Oct 7, 2012
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  7. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    In your situation, an alternative is to buy a dead C655 chassis with a screen and transfer your motherboard/internals into it.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Oct 7, 2012
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