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    Help with LCD on t61!! pleasee

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by dgcoupe, Nov 1, 2009.

  1. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    i dropped it and the screen is so dim.. i can somewhat see something in the dark screen. I have replaced the inverter thinking it would fix it but didin't.. so i am guessing its gotta be a ccfl? Could i just go on ebay an dbuy a lcd screen? Its a matte type how do i know which one to get? thanks

    Oh yea i am using an external lcd since my screen is soo dark.
     
  2. MidnightSun

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    Perhaps when you dropped it you damaged/loosened the connections between the computer and the monitor, specifically, the connection to the backlight?
     
  3. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    where exactly should i look... where the ccfl and the inverter? cuz i have switched it out and back and still the same.. a diy of taking it apart might help me if someone can post it please.


    Im starting to give up on this so its why i just opted to go buy a new lcd. it should be just a pop on and off right?
     
  4. jaredy

    jaredy Notebook Virtuoso

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  5. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    thank you.. does this problem sounds like a ccfl to you guys??

    So far, i've replace the inverter and still a dark screen and can barely see anyhting
    i've check the connection under the keyboard where the lcd hooks to comp
    Stuck using an external monitor.
     
  6. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I'd say most likely damaged the backlight. You can replace just the bulb and it'll be less expensive, but it's a PITA job. You might be better off doing the whole LCD, but check all the connections for sure as it don't cost nothing.
     
  7. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    Ok.. yea im rpob going to go through the lcd route.. how do i know which lcd i have and need to get?

    Also any place u recommend me getting it?
     
  8. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Which T61 do you have?
     
  9. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    umm it just says lenovo t61 14.1 screen thinkpad
     
  10. elixiash

    elixiash Notebook Consultant

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    dgcoupe, look at the bottom of your Thinkpad. There's a sticker that should say something like: Type 6558 - F44.
     
  11. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    7658 cto is what it says
     
  12. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    bump......
     
  13. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    lol anyone?