Higher Res LCD on a Laptop- Possible?

I've been thinking of upgrading my Gateway M-6862's LCD screen (1200x800 res) to a WUXGA resolution LCD.
Is this generally possible, or would there be BIOS or inverter issues?

I've replaced countless LCD's before but never put a higher resolution than the original. So I might as well ask before I pull the trigger.

 

IS there one available for purchase for that model through the manufacturer?

 

No there is not.

 

I would do some investigating first such as if the plugs are identical or not as that would probably be the biggest issue and the inverter. if they match up go for it I dont see the BIOS limiting you as much as the physical connector/inverter.

 

Yeah I figured the inverter could be an issue. Ill do some tests with some LCD's I have laying around.

 

You may be able to use the inverter from your old screen post back your results. Hope it all works out for you

 

Let us know how it goes. I'm definitely curious.

 

Was not compatible with a screen I was working with on another laptop. Tried to go from 1366 x 768 to a 1600x900~, failed. This is on a HD 4200 integrated laptop which is suppose to support up past WUXGA resolutions.
I'd rather not blow $100+ on a WUXGA screen only to find it isnt going to work.
:|
Verdict=not likely unless your manufacturer offers(ed) that option.

 

If you really want a higher resolution screen, you might be better off selling your notebook and getting one with a higher resolution screen. Keep in mind swapping out your screen will more likely void the warranty. If you mess something up, you'll be hosed and not the good way.

 

Laptop is out of warranty already, also I've done dozens of LCD swaps. Just never an "upgrade" resolution swap. I've taken my laptop apart already like 3-4 times.

 

It's a shame this simple task is still so necessarily difficult.to surmount You should be able to change a laptop screen as easily as you changed a light bulb. (As long as it doesn't surpass the available power requirements--unlikely since newer screens use far less power).

Unfortunately, manufacturers are still so greedy and they'd rather "build in" difficult to upgrade chassis to keep their pockets full. They should taking a lesson from GM, but they never learn. You're locked out by simple design limitations. Especially annoying since displays account for over 50% of battery drain.

 

THE B1RDMAN has done it in his Inspiron 1520 with dedicated graphics but I'll go along with Zaz to keep my cash safe.
http://forum.notebookreview.com/har...ade-dell-inspiron-1520-screen-resolution.html