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    LCD screen question (warning: be patient; I'm a hardware idiot)

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by jsc71, Nov 23, 2010.

  1. jsc71

    jsc71 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is the lamp part of the LCD screen? I just had a new screen installed by Sony and I'm wondering if the lamp is a separate component. Thanks
     
    jsc71, Nov 23, 2010
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  2. H.A.L. 9000

    H.A.L. 9000 Occam's Chainsaw

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    The CCFL or LED backlight is a part of the panel, yes. But it can usually be replaced separately if you're skilled.
     
    H.A.L. 9000, Nov 23, 2010
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