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    Replace LCD: Dual CCFL vs Single CCFL

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Timorad, Feb 20, 2011.

  1. Timorad

    Timorad Newbie

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    I want to replace a LCD in my notebook. However, I accidently bought a new lcd screen with two CCFL's instead of one. I already have a new inverter, so it should fit.

    However, before frying my notebook, are there reasons this should not work?
     
    Timorad, Feb 20, 2011
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  2. Crimsoned

    Crimsoned Notebook Deity

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    Only reasons would be if the inverter cannot handle two CCFL lamps at once. Chances are slim though, and you should be fine.
     
    Crimsoned, Feb 20, 2011
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    ændrük Newbie

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    How did it turn out?
     
    ændrük, Oct 1, 2011
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  4. niffcreature

    niffcreature ex computer dyke

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    Kaltmond did this on his m860tu.

    This is a really old thread... but something that was not mentioned is that dual CCFL LCDs are generally taller, and not all notebooks will accommodate for this without modification.

    I don't think its more than a few MM though.
     
    niffcreature, Oct 2, 2011
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  5. kaltmond

    kaltmond Clepple

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    Glad to see someone wil do this too. The Dual one is 3~5 mm taller than the singel one, so must check first if the A case will accept this new panel, or you will need to some modification on the case itself.
     
    kaltmond, Oct 2, 2011
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