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    screen glitches as I move the lid

    Discussion in 'HP' started by SirVenom, Apr 5, 2009.

  1. SirVenom

    SirVenom Newbie

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    well, I have a dv5, and lately I am having some problems when I move the screen lid, the screen glitches, horizontal green lines, blackouts or resizes, not always, but it does. Changed the video drivers, and still. I did not hit the notebook against anything.

    Any suggestions? ideas?

    thanks in advance
     
    SirVenom, Apr 5, 2009
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  2. Bartlett

    Bartlett The Prophet

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    it seems to me that the cable is loose. if you are inclined enough, open up the laptop and check to see if the cable to your monitor and graphics card is connected properly.
     
    Bartlett, Apr 5, 2009
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  3. Persnickety

    Persnickety Notebook Evangelist

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    Sounds like the cable ribbon has either come loose, or - more likely - that has broken. In other words, you need to a) check that it isn't just lose and then b) swap the ribbon for another one.
    It should be fixable on most computers, but I have no clue if it's possible to DIY on your computer.

    Is it under warranty? If so, call them up, and they will surely repair it for you.
     
    Persnickety, Apr 5, 2009
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  4. sesshomaru

    sesshomaru Suspended Disbelief!

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    Perhaps a loose connector? That seems the only logical conclusion..
     
    sesshomaru, Apr 5, 2009
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  5. SirVenom

    SirVenom Newbie

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    ok, thanks for the answers, I'll take to the service
     
    SirVenom, Apr 7, 2009
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