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rmparent
Joined: 11 Dec 2005
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 Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 12:29 am Post subject: Broken Notebook Screen |
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My girlfriend's notebook screen is messed up; we're pretty sure the cleaning lady dropped it. Regardless, I went to Sony a/s today and they said it will cost around 350,000 KRW for them to fix it. For a 3 year old notebook, I don't think it's worth it.
However, does anyone know how to fix a notebook screen without going through a/s? The computer turns on but the colour is all messed up and there are lines everywhere. You can't really use it.
Any input would be much appreciated. It's a Sony Vaio TZ27LN. I think the screen is LED but not 100% sure.
Thanks in advance. |
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tatertot
Joined: 21 Oct 2008
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 12:43 am Post subject: Re: Broken Notebook Screen |
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| rmparent wrote: |
My girlfriend's notebook screen is messed up; we're pretty sure the cleaning lady dropped it. Regardless, I went to Sony a/s today and they said it will cost around 350,000 KRW for them to fix it. For a 3 year old notebook, I don't think it's worth it.
However, does anyone know how to fix a notebook screen without going through a/s? The computer turns on but the colour is all messed up and there are lines everywhere. You can't really use it.
Any input would be much appreciated. It's a Sony Vaio TZ27LN. I think the screen is LED but not 100% sure.
Thanks in advance. |
If it is the screen, it would not be very easy to replace it yourself. First, you have to get a compatible screen (usually, the exact same screen). After that you have to (at least) partially disassemble your laptop and replace the screen. The connections are usually pretty fragile and easy to damage. The price of the screen itself is going to be in the neighborhood of $75-$100.
Now, I'm not certain, but from your description I would guess that maybe the screen isn't the problem. It could be the connection between the screen and the graphics adapter. If that's the case, I don't really know what you would do. The connectors might be hard to buy/locate, and it could be hard to determine which connector is the problem.
Another potential problem is the graphics adapter. If it is integrated, then you would need a new motherboard. If it's not integrated, then you would need to replace the graphics card. In most notebooks, graphics cards are not user replaceable.
My advice is to use the laptop as a desktop computer, or if you really want/need a laptop, then sell it to someone else (to use as a desktop computer). Laptops can make good HTPCs, as well. Certainly, it is not worth it to spend 350k won on fixing a 3 year old notebook. At least, that's my opinion. |
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rmparent
Joined: 11 Dec 2005
Location: Gangnam
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 2:28 am Post subject: Re: Broken Notebook Screen |
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| tatertot wrote: |
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My girlfriend's notebook screen is messed up; we're pretty sure the cleaning lady dropped it. Regardless, I went to Sony a/s today and they said it will cost around 350,000 KRW for them to fix it. For a 3 year old notebook, I don't think it's worth it.
However, does anyone know how to fix a notebook screen without going through a/s? The computer turns on but the colour is all messed up and there are lines everywhere. You can't really use it.
Any input would be much appreciated. It's a Sony Vaio TZ27LN. I think the screen is LED but not 100% sure.
Thanks in advance. |
If it is the screen, it would not be very easy to replace it yourself. First, you have to get a compatible screen (usually, the exact same screen). After that you have to (at least) partially disassemble your laptop and replace the screen. The connections are usually pretty fragile and easy to damage. The price of the screen itself is going to be in the neighborhood of $75-$100.
Now, I'm not certain, but from your description I would guess that maybe the screen isn't the problem. It could be the connection between the screen and the graphics adapter. If that's the case, I don't really know what you would do. The connectors might be hard to buy/locate, and it could be hard to determine which connector is the problem.
Another potential problem is the graphics adapter. If it is integrated, then you would need a new motherboard. If it's not integrated, then you would need to replace the graphics card. In most notebooks, graphics cards are not user replaceable.
My advice is to use the laptop as a desktop computer, or if you really want/need a laptop, then sell it to someone else (to use as a desktop computer). Laptops can make good HTPCs, as well. Certainly, it is not worth it to spend 350k won on fixing a 3 year old notebook. At least, that's my opinion. |
Thanks for the advice. Unless I could find a place that can do it cheaper, looks like I'll be computer-shopping this weekend. |
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BURNBURNRUBBER
Joined: 03 May 2010
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 6:01 am Post subject: |
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ebay can be a pretty cool parts source. it's usually not too difficult to replace a screen; you just need to be careful. like tatertot said, lots of things are a little fragile. i bet you could find a tutorial online (maybe even for your specific model).
i replaced the screen on an old notebook years ago for about $25. it's worth a shot. 
also, if you source the part yourself, but aren't comfortable swapping it, i'm sure any of the computer shop dudes would do it for peanuts. |
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Giant
Joined: 14 May 2003
Location: South Korea
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 2:03 pm Post subject: |
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I know a place in Yongsan that does that kind of repair. I am not sure how much they charge but you should go there. They are in building 21. I can get you a number later.
Email me at [email protected] |
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rmparent
Joined: 11 Dec 2005
Location: Gangnam
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 9:06 pm Post subject: |
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| BURNBURNRUBBER wrote: |
ebay can be a pretty cool parts source. it's usually not too difficult to replace a screen; you just need to be careful. like tatertot said, lots of things are a little fragile. i bet you could find a tutorial online (maybe even for your specific model).
i replaced the screen on an old notebook years ago for about $25. it's worth a shot.
also, if you source the part yourself, but aren't comfortable swapping it, i'm sure any of the computer shop dudes would do it for peanuts. |
Great! Might give that a try. Thanks for the tip. |
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rmparent
Joined: 11 Dec 2005
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 9:07 pm Post subject: |
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| Giant wrote: |
I know a place in Yongsan that does that kind of repair. I am not sure how much they charge but you should go there. They are in building 21. I can get you a number later.
Email me at [email protected] |
Email sent. Thanks. |
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oldtactics
Joined: 18 Oct 2008
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| Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 10:56 pm Post subject: |
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I got my netbook screen fixed last year by a guy who posts his ad on craigslist. I think he's Korean American, speaks fluent English, and had the work done the same day that I dropped it off. Highly recommended. Pretty sure he/they are willing to travel to pick your rig up if need be.
His email is [email protected] |
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rmparent
Joined: 11 Dec 2005
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| Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 2:31 am Post subject: |
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| oldtactics wrote: |
I got my netbook screen fixed last year by a guy who posts his ad on craigslist. I think he's Korean American, speaks fluent English, and had the work done the same day that I dropped it off. Highly recommended. Pretty sure he/they are willing to travel to pick your rig up if need be.
His email is [email protected] |
Thanks, I emailed him. |
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