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    Higher resolution LCD on Toshiba U300

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by RandomX, Apr 2, 2009.

  1. RandomX

    RandomX Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,

    I would like (if its possible) to upgrade the LCD on my Toshiba U300.

    Im already running a X9000 cpu, 4gb ram, x25-m ssd, etc... i want to see if a higher res LCD could be fitted to the system... i dont want to buy another system, i get 14 hours battery life with this system and it performs like a rocket so there is no need for a new laptop. i just want to know if its at all possible and what are my options...

    i currently have a 13.3" 1280x800 screen...

    any help would be greatly appreciated...

    thanks

    josh
     
    RandomX, Apr 2, 2009
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Screen replacements in notebooks are possible. However, there are several issues with what you're trying to do.

    1. The only 13.3" notebook I know of with a higher-than 1280x800 resolution is the ThinkPad X301, which has a 1440x900 resolution. However, the problem is that it's LED-backlit . . . it probably needs a different LCD inverter. Also, sometimes even screens from different manufacturers need different LCD inverters.

    2. Actually getting one of those screens ^

    3. This isn't necessarily an issue, but 1440x900 isn't much of an upgrade from 1280x800; you're only gaining 100 px of vertical space, roughly 12% more.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Apr 2, 2009
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    If you need more resolution for internet, making the text smaller produces much the same effect as a higher resolution screen.
     
    ZaZ, Apr 2, 2009
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  4. i.like.pie

    i.like.pie Notebook Consultant

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    If you can't find a new screen, you can always buy a hi-res barebones notebook and move all of the parts from the old one to the new one (instead getting a whole new notebook.)
     
    i.like.pie, Apr 2, 2009
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  5. stevezachtech

    stevezachtech Notebook Evangelist

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    Changing laptop screens can be a very elusive issue, since separate LCD components for laptops is hard to come by, you could might as well save for a new one..
     
    stevezachtech, Apr 6, 2009
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