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    Changing Laptop Screens

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by elijahRW, Feb 7, 2009.

  1. elijahRW

    elijahRW Notebook Deity

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    Ok this is just a simple question I have.
    Are laptop screens replaceable with different types of screens.

    Let's say I have a 15.4" consumer laptop with a 1280x800 panel.
    Am I able to buy a better panel like maybe a 15.4" 1680x1050 somewhere and use that? Also, what about the inverter?

    Thanks for info on this subject.
     
    elijahRW, Feb 7, 2009
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    If your model of laptop originally had the option for a 1680 x 1050 panel, you can definitely do the switch if you can find the right panel. If your model of laptop originally did not have the option for a 1680 x 1050 panel, it may still be possible to find a panel that fits, but you will probably have to dig around.
     
    Commander Wolf, Feb 7, 2009
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