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    Swap Screens

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by abis123, May 4, 2007.

  1. abis123

    abis123 Newbie

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    I own a Dell Inspiron 5150 and after a good few years of working fine, its packed in. I also own a Dell Inspiron 5160 and want to know if I can swap the screen from the 5150 to the 5160. Does anyone know if this is possible and wont set my house on fire?
     
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    mujtaba ZzzZzz Super Moderator

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    What are the specs of the two ? (What is the northbridge)
     
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    abis123 Newbie

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    Ow do I find this information out?
     
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