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    Old laptop LCD problem. clevo D400E

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by badback, Nov 6, 2008.

  1. badback

    badback Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello all, my mates laptop has a problem with the lcd screen it was booting up but the monitor was white. I managed to work out what the problem was, it was the video cable from the mother board to the lcd screen some wires had worn and broke so after eefing around and soldering the wires back together I taped them up and connected every thing, but when I go to attach to lcd screen onto the metal hinges that holds the screen in place it makes a little spark and shuts the computer down.

    I'm pritty shore I checked it was working once I sorted out the broken wires, so I taped them up and put it back together now the screen is white again and also theres some sort of problem with what I assume is an earth problem.

    I've spent the best part of 2 bloody days on this as I'm no expert, most of the time was working out how to take it apart but I was very carefull with the screen.

    anyway theres a possiblity I messed up the re-wiring of the video cable but like I said im pritty sure I checked it before taping all back up and putting it back together.

    So could this earth problem be the cores of the white screen I really cant be assed to take apart the video cable again but I have no idea how to get a replacement cable.

    Im tired and my bloody back is killing me from all the bending over and fiddling with wires plus a bent the pins on the mother board connector which I sorted.

    Maybe some one has a clue cos I'm giving up for now.

    Damm it was sure it was going to work.

    Any help most welcome I guess the best thing is to get a new cable but its an old laptop so if any one has some advise on that it will be most appreciated.
     
    badback, Nov 6, 2008
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    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    the LCD cable might just be worn out.... and needs replacement.

    the replacement cable should not be expensive to buy.

    contact a Clevo vendor to find that part... like www.eurocom.com
     
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    Hi yes im 100% sure its the cable im just having a little trouble sourcing a replacement.

    i'll check the link cheers
     
    badback, Nov 7, 2008
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    still no luck finding a replacement video cable for D400E. any idea anyone I'm seem to be hitting dead ends all the time.

    Regards.
     
    badback, Nov 11, 2008
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    have you contacted eurocom?

    also contact other major vendors found in the Clevo Guide.
     
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    Hi thanks again for your reply, I have got hold of Clevo in the U.k but the cable has no serial number so I have to send it off to them. No problem, they where very helpful too the girl who did'nt sound English really knew her stuff, said there are 6 or 7 differant cables for that model very helpful and will cost about 25 pounds if they have one....so just have to wait and see. I'll post back just in case someone else has the same problem.

    cheers.
     
    badback, Nov 12, 2008
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    I believe I have the part #'s for your D400E LCD Cables.

    Its either:
    43-D4001-021 ..... Wire Cable for 14" LCD XGA AU ..... (Remark: For AU/IDT)

    And/Or:
    43-M4001-010 ..... Wire Cable for 14" LCD XGA CPT ..... (Remark: For CPT)
     
    Gophn, Nov 12, 2008
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  8. badback

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    wow thats great I'll try and take a pic and post it....just got to get a good camera from a friend.

    will get back to you.

    Thanks so much I really hope its the same.
     
    badback, Nov 13, 2008
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  9. badback

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    dsc00265nz9.th.jpg
     
    badback, Nov 14, 2008
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    damm I need to make 15 posts before I can send pics
     
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    and i cant over any advise you lot are to clever
     
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    and this is lame sorry
     
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    just post the direct link from imageshack... no need to have thumbnails or anything.
     
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    It will not let me post a direct link, unless I'm doing something wrong.

    I go to page pic is on copy paste link but still no luck.
     
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    You are only allowed to post URLs to other sites after you have made 15 posts or more.
     
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    damm this is nuts a wish I know more about laptop so I could post more.
     
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    well almost there
     
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    hope the mods dont ban me
     
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    right here go's lol. should of told some jokes
     
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    yippy ill post the friggy pic of the cable now.
     
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    That'd be most welcome (provided they're not too off-colour, of course ;) ).
     
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    which D400E do you have? ... meaning what is the size of the LCD? (14" or 15")

    also could you check the back of the LCD panel to find out if its AU or IDT or CPT
     
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    In whichever case, here are the part numbers:

    For 14" D400E:
    - for AU/IDT:
    part name: Wire Cable for 14" LCD XGA AU
    part number: 43-D4001-021

    - for CPT:
    part name: Wire Cable for 14" LCD XGA CPT
    part number: 43-M4001-010

    __________________________________

    For 15" D400E:
    - for AU:
    part name: LCD 15.0" TFT AU B150PN01 1400*1050 SXGA+
    part number: 50-L5259-U10

    - for IDT:
    part name: LCD 15.0 IBM TFT OEM95C-02 SXGA+ 4.1mm
    part number: 50-L3241-E00
     
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    Hello again I will check today as its round my mates house I'll post back.

    Thanks again for your time we're getting there.
     
    badback, Nov 15, 2008
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