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    Dell Latitude E5530 - Possible Screen Replacement / Upgrade - 720p -> 1080p

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by t-revor, Jun 4, 2013.

  1. t-revor

    t-revor Newbie

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    I ended up with the 720p screen on my new E5530 and don't think I can get used to it. I have replaced Dell laptop screens with higher res on older models but not something this new. I have seen a few places selling the panels but they say the 1080p and 720p is different. Does anyone know if the panel can be a direct swap on this computer? Nice computer but I need moar pixles!!!

    Thanks!!!
     
    t-revor, Jun 4, 2013
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    t-revor Newbie

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    Bump............
     
    t-revor, Jun 17, 2013
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  3. refreblast

    refreblast Newbie

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    I did this on my Thinkpad L430 with no issues (went from 1366x768 -> 1600x900). It was a smaller resolution than what you are going for but the principle is the same. Both panels (768 & 1080) both use a 40 pin connector and both have an LED backlight. I found a website that will allow you to buy the screen in either glossy or matte if you would like me to link it. I have purchased from them before with no issues.

    Here is what the connector looks like on both panels:
    40pinLCDLEDU03.jpg
     
    refreblast, Jun 18, 2013
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  4. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    I'm fairly certain you can (or could) configure an E5530 with a 1080p screen, so as long as you find the right panels, it should work. You may or may not need to change the display cable as well.
     
    Commander Wolf, Jun 18, 2013
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  5. isaac206

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    Yes you can, I did it on mine and it works well. Easy repair. Heres a video of the repair:
     
    isaac206, May 14, 2015
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