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    Laptop display panel "stabilizer" ... does such a thing exist?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by epp_b, Mar 20, 2008.

  1. epp_b

    epp_b Notebook Guru

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    I am really fed up with the generally pathetic way that laptop display hinges are made. It certainly doesn't feel like the screen will fall off, but it seems that nearly every laptop display panel wobbles with the slightest movement of the laptop, which makes it a nightmare to use it in a car, plane or even just a small desk. I know that this is normal, but I see it as poor quality and generally cheapness. It's stupid and unacceptable.

    Such is the case with my HP nc8430. My previous, and very first, laptop, however, was an older refurbished IBM ThinkPad. The hinges on that thing were so sturdy that you couldn't get the display panel to wobble if you picked it up and shook it (no, seriously, it was that solid).

    So, my question is: does such an accessory exist that will somehow clip on externally to the back of the display panel and to the "bottom" part of the laptop to hold the display panel steadily in place?

    EDIT: Maybe someone has a simpler idea or suggestion? (don't tell me to tighten the hinges -- I know)
     
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Screwdriver will solve your problem. Look up on HP's site how to change the LCD panel, and you'll see what screws you'd need to tighten to do it yourself.
     
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    K-TRON Hi, I'm Jimmy Diesel ^_^

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    Usually under neath the plastic hinge covers, is a bolt which has about 10 washers on it. At the end of the bolt, is a nut. Tighten the nut, and you should be able to fix your loose screens woes.

    K-TRON
     
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    computerpro3 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just get a thinkpad if you want that kind of build quality.
     
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    epp_b Notebook Guru

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    Sigh...do you people just not read or what? ...

    From my first post:
    EDIT: Maybe someone has a simpler idea or suggestion? (don't tell me to tighten the hinges -- I know)

    And, the bezel will not come of without breaking in two or causing severe cosmetic damage to the casing. It's a really stupid piece to try to pry out.

    Yeah, I'm starting to think about that... but, I tried a T60 on a display and still wasn't particularly impressed with the hinges; it wobbled as well.
     
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