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    L501 Display Swap (Safe/Void Warrenty?)

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by dL5, Mar 30, 2011.

  1. dL5

    dL5 Newbie

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    Hey,

    I got the L501 with the standard 720p screen and I am looking at buying a compatiable screen from a third party. I am aware I need a FHD cable as well.

    My questions are; If I were to buy and install a compatiable screen and the FHD cable from a third party, would my warrenty be void?
    Also since I would be connecting a new cable to my motherboard (the FHD replacing the standard one), is there any risk of short-term/long-term damage from doing this?
     
    dL5, Mar 30, 2011
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  2. RedlanceEQ

    RedlanceEQ Notebook Consultant

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    Hey,

    No, your warranty will not be void. However, Dell will not take care of the screen if it fails (obviously).

    If you need to send your machine for repair, you should put the original screen in again to make sure you get it back. ;)
     
    RedlanceEQ, Mar 30, 2011
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  3. theovermind

    theovermind Notebook Enthusiast

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    theovermind, Mar 30, 2011
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