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    LCD Upgrading

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Dspr_02, Jul 29, 2009.

  1. Dspr_02

    Dspr_02 Notebook Evangelist

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    Right now I am stuck between a rock and a hard place, I have the choice of the MSI GT735 or the GX620. The GT735 comes with a WSXGA+ screen and the GX620 with a WXGA.

    The GX620 has pretty much all I want in a laptop minus the screen which is where I need help.

    When upgrading a screen, do I need to buy a brand specific panel or would any panel work granted it is the same size.

    What are my options for the MSI GX620 if I want to upgrade to a WXGA+ or WSXGA+ ?
     
    Dspr_02, Jul 29, 2009
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  2. cosmic ac

    cosmic ac Notebook Consultant

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    Upgrading a screen has been done but it cost almost as much as a laptop. Apple charges $189 just to replace the glass.
     
    cosmic ac, Jul 29, 2009
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    Not really...you can get WUXGA panels for under $200.
     
    Mastershroom, Jul 29, 2009
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  4. Dspr_02

    Dspr_02 Notebook Evangelist

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    My question still remains unanswered:

    When upgrading a screen, do I need to buy a brand specific panel or would any panel work granted it is the same size.
     
    Dspr_02, Jul 30, 2009
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  5. ortegaluis

    ortegaluis Notebook Consultant

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    All LCD panels are not the same.

    You will need to do some research and/or open it up and snap some pictures. There are differences between CCFL and LED backlit panels which will require other components/cables.
     
    ortegaluis, Jul 30, 2009
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