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    How to clean the m14x screen?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by Bbishop93, Jul 25, 2011.

  1. Bbishop93

    Bbishop93 Notebook Consultant

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    Well topic says it all, but my screen ive noticed when the comp is off, has a lot of fingerprints and smudges and whatnot, and i was wondering what is the best way to clean it?
     
    Bbishop93, Jul 25, 2011
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    I usually just use a micro fiber cloth, but I've gone as ghetto as a clean sock and LCD cleaner.
     
    clienterror, Jul 25, 2011
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    I just use the cloth that came with my prescription glasses, those cloths are meant to clean glass surfaces and leave no scratches....
     
    soulhacker, Jul 25, 2011
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    i say microfibre cloth... i bought a screen protector specially made for the m14x which makes life easier .. much easier :)
     
    shak541, Jul 25, 2011
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    Which one if you don't mind me asking?
     
    Bmc401, Jul 25, 2011
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    even i woudlnt mind the info :)
     
    trooper1414, Jul 25, 2011
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    MAXIMUS DECIMUS Notebook Enthusiast

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    LMAO!!!!:laugh:
     
    MAXIMUS DECIMUS, Dec 5, 2011
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    Ordered mine with the m14x it's a matt finish you might be able to find in the accessories section on the dell website.

    Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk
     
    Opteron, Dec 5, 2011
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    The M14x display differs from typical matte laptop screens. For this reason, the absolute BEST way to clean the screen is to first drain the oil from your car in a pan, and dip a microfibre cloth into it. Then, work the cloth around the screen in circles, pressing gently onto the screen.

    Once the whole screen is covered with the used motor oil, let it sit for approximately 12 hours, preferably in the sun where the light can activate cleansing molecules. Then simply wipe the screen clean with steel wool. Do not be cheap and use a soft microfibre cloth -- if you paid for an Alienware then you should spare no expense and purchase a sponge made from steel wool. It is the best way to remove any grit from the glass.

    You're welcome.
     
    Fallout4, Dec 6, 2011
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  10. bigtonyman

    bigtonyman Desktop Powa!!!

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    you forgot the light it on fire part :p

    on a more serious note, I just use this cleaning solution I bought from officemax (though its easy to make the same stuff). I just pair that with a microfiber cloth and your all set. ;)
     
    bigtonyman, Dec 6, 2011
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    would like to knwo
     
    MAA Cake, Dec 6, 2011
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  12. Opteron

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    Dell website has it.

    Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk
     
    Opteron, Dec 6, 2011
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    went on their website, cant seem to find i t.. please send link? :(( sorry......
     
    MAA Cake, Dec 6, 2011
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    I would use a lense wipe like the kind people with glasses usually have lying around.

    Source: I wear glasses
     
    Gamer872, Dec 6, 2011
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    I just use the laptop cover that came with the laptop
     
    fred2028, Dec 7, 2011
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    I use this product not only for my M14x but also for my Sony Bravia 52" LCD tv. The cleaning solution is only one half though. You also need a quality microfiber cloth. Never spray any cleaner directly on the moniter surface, always spray on the micro fiber cloth!


    Monster™ iClean™ Screen Cleaner​
     
    MAXIMUS DECIMUS, Dec 10, 2011
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    ty :D this what i was hopin g for
     
    MAA Cake, Dec 10, 2011
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    I got some screen cleaner stuff from MicroCenter. Came with a microfiber cloth for like 8 bucks. Best I've ever seen, use it on all my LCD's, all my piano black electronics, and my TV.
     
    BitHatchett, Dec 11, 2011
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