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    HP Backlight Replacement Cost DV1000

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Mr.Hermit, Jan 25, 2007.

  1. Mr.Hermit

    Mr.Hermit Newbie

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    I have a DV1000 series laptop that I purchased a year and a half ago. The backlight died at christmas and I just got around to calling HP today on the issue.

    I was told once on the phone and again by someone else in an email today that they do not replace just the backlight but the whole screen. Since I'm 6 months out of warranty that would be on my dime or course, and the price:

    "I am sorry to say that the entire LCD has to be replaced and the
    cost is $698 (excl. taxes). "

    Has anyone had their backlight replaced? I consider myself to have the ability to replace it myself if the chance arose. Has anyone dealt with a good source for the parts?

    Thanks
    -JC
     
    Mr.Hermit, Jan 25, 2007
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  2. info_mouse

    info_mouse Notebook Enthusiast

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    the only real suggestion i can give you that will save you money is ebay other than that i'm afraid your out of luck
     
    info_mouse, Jan 25, 2007
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  3. otakuoverlord

    otakuoverlord Notebook Evangelist

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    $698 is a ludicrous price. I bet they replace the whole upper assembly to save time. I agree with info that ebay is probably your best bet.

    Here's a quick link to some ebay auctions. Use good judgment when buying!
    Here
     
    otakuoverlord, Jan 25, 2007
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  4. andyasselin

    andyasselin Notebook Deity

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    have you even look for replacement parts do google for hp parts
    am sure you can find back light tube they pretty easy to replace as long you take you time and get right size tube
     
    andyasselin, Jan 25, 2007
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  5. andyasselin

    andyasselin Notebook Deity

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    are you sure it back light it cound also be the high voltage for it
     
    andyasselin, Jan 25, 2007
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  6. Mr.Hermit

    Mr.Hermit Newbie

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    Thanks for the link. I think I am going to try determining if it is the inverter or the backlight tubes that are not working and then order the appropriate part. I came across this website and hopefully they will have the parts that I need. Looks like I'll be prying all those bastard plastics clips that hold the computer together apart again soon.

    Oh the $698 is in Canadian funds, not that it makes it much better....
     
    Mr.Hermit, Jan 25, 2007
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  7. grumpy3b

    grumpy3b Notebook Evangelist

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    it's a very easy deal to replace the CCFL tube. Here is a nice resource for info and parts:

    http://lcdrepair.net/lcd-repair.htm

    be warned they have video's that start with each page...that part is always annoying at best but it's solid info.

    BTW, I would always order two or more lights since you could potentially break or damage one during the install.
     
    grumpy3b, Jan 25, 2007
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    grumpy3b Notebook Evangelist

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    I have purchased from the site you found LCDPART.COM and got excellent service and fast shipping...
     
    grumpy3b, Jan 25, 2007
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