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    Dell XPS 15z (L511Z) 1080p upgrade

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by tr7111, Feb 3, 2012.

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    tr7111 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I recently ordered a B156HW01 V.4 screen to replace the 720p screen that came with my system.

    This screen works with the XPS 15z right?

    Does anybody know the part number for the full hd lvds cable that I need for it?

    Also, do I need to buy a display bezel surround when replacing the screen?
     
    tr7111, Feb 3, 2012
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    anybody know about this?
     
    tr7111, Feb 4, 2012
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    upperking, Feb 5, 2012
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    Yeah the b156hw01 v.4 is a 40 pin. Does that mean it's compatible then?
     
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    You also have to purchase a 40 pin ribbon cable also.
     
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    I am ready to do this myself. Please let us know how it goes. I also was confused about there being two LCD purchase options.

    I downloaded the service manual and it did state the bezel surround cannot be reused, but it also implied that a replacement is packaged with the new LCD (or bezel, if that's what you are replacing). It would be good to know exactly what parts need to be ordered to accomplish this.
     
    Sequel, Feb 7, 2012
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    my laptop screen is coming tomorrow and I plan to try to swap it then.

    I looked everywhere for 15z lvds cables and there's only one model available even though the 15z has both a 720p and 1080p option.

    I think the current monitor might have a 40 pin cable already, but can't find any information to confirm this.

    Does anybody know the part number of the screen that comes with the dell 15z 720p?
     
    tr7111, Feb 7, 2012
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    According to my build sheet, it's the KW90D. That's the 1366x768 WXGA Glossy/TrueLife display.
     
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    yes but isnt that dell's part number? I've been trying to find a manual for it to see detailed specs and check compatibility.
     
    tr7111, Feb 7, 2012
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    You also have to HAVE TO HAVE TO make sure your original is not a thin profile screen, the B156HW01 V.4 will not fit in some models and you will need to get a B156HW03 V.0 instead...\

    And as far as I know the LVDS cable should be dual-channel stock.
     
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    dosent xps 15z use a thin profile screen?
     
    upperking, Feb 9, 2012
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    did you install the new screen?
     
    upperking, Feb 12, 2012
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    part number: 9V141 for the dell 1080HD.
     
    upperking, Feb 12, 2012
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    The screen does not have to come off the laptop, I didn't find out till it was to late...
    the bezel has adhesive holding it on with a screw under each corner. you can lift it from the bottom
    bezel and peel around and unscrew the screw where the outer rubber and plastic bezel separate.
    the ultra thin screen is what you want Item ID: 795455
    http://www.laptopscreen.com/English...php?section=products&model=XPS 15Z&brand=Dell


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    there are 4 screws in between where the two pieces separate.

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    comes off pretty easy, just peel it from the adhesive careful not to break it but it seems pretty strong even though it feels flimsy.
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    the 720 uses the same connection as the 1080 so no need for a ribbon cable.
     
    upperking, Feb 15, 2012
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    delete this post
     
    upperking, Feb 15, 2012
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    Were you able to get the b156hw03 to work? I used the 1080p cable from the xps 15 and it didnt work. Should I use the original cable that came with the xps 15z?
     
    tr7111, Feb 24, 2012
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    Bump.

    Still cant get this to work!!

    has anybody successfully upgraded their xps 15z screen?
     
    tr7111, Mar 10, 2012
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    Bump. Upperking did you get the upgrade to work on your 15z?
     
    tr7111, Mar 14, 2012
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