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    Dark Image Inspiron 5150

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by ARom, Jun 6, 2010.

  1. ARom

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    The LCD on my 5150 (6 years old) is not lighting up.

    The computer turns on and functions fine. I can see a faint image as well.

    I thought it would be the backlight, but a desktop technician (a friend, I didn't pay anyone to look at a 6 year old laptop :rolleyes: ) thinks it's the inverter.

    I found the inverters on eBay for $8... which sounds too good to be true...

    Can anyone confirm this is an inverter problem?

    And no I do not want to replace it! it's a great backup machine in my home. :)
     
    ARom, Jun 6, 2010
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