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    Question on upgrading LCD panel on Dell Inspiron 14r 5420

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Subbie, Oct 29, 2015.

  1. Subbie

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    Just a shot in the dark, but did anyone manage to upgrade this or a similar model to a higher resolution display? It comes with a 1366x768 panel and I'd love to upgrade to a 1600x900 (or maybe 1920x1080?) as this one is broken.
    I've read around the internet and found the schematic for it, but I can't tell from it if it has a dual channel LVDS cable or not, I can only tell it is 2 channel LVDS compatible.
    I wonder if there's another model I can borrow the LVDS cable from? I looked up the 5520 model's schematic and the connector has an entirely different pin out, plus Dell's numbering system is so confusing it's frustrating trying to find something similar.
    It's a bit old now but it's such a shame to waste it's good specs (i7 3612QM and a Geforce GT 630m) with such low resolution panel.
     
    Subbie, Oct 29, 2015
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    superparamagnetic Notebook Consultant

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    Today is your lucky day since there is in fact a similar model that has a higher res display, the 14R SE 7420. The HD+ cable has part number H58TK.

    A few of us with Vostro 3460 (similar model) successfully upgraded using that cable:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/threads/vostro-3460-screen-upgrade.769385/

    Your upgrade should go smoother since the cable routing is exactly the same. Do keep in mind that you'll need to basically completely disassemble your laptop.
     
    superparamagnetic, Nov 1, 2015
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    Thank you fo
    Thank you, you made my night! I thought I never got a reply to this thread but I googled and found my own post and your reply!
    My Dell already comes with the H58TK cable, which is down right really lucky for me! Now I'm looking for a compatible screen. Thanks again!
     
    Subbie, May 11, 2016
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