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5680 backlight is dead...

post #1 of 7
4/18/06 at 12:12pm
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I currently own a Sager 5680 laptop (no longer under warrenty), and it appears that the backlight has gone dead. I am pretty sure it is the backlight, because when it is first turned on, the screen is somewhat dark, with a pinkish hue. After about 10 minutes, the backlight shuts off completely. Closing and opening the case causes it to come back on, but only for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

As I said, the computer is no longer under warrenty. I was hoping somebody out there could provide me with some information, though. Specifically, what part do I need to replace the backlight? It is the 1600x1200 15" UXGA Wide angle display, for the NP5680 notebook. Second, can you recommend a place in Germany where I can find the replacement part? Also, is it possible for me to replace this part myself? If not, does does anybody out there know of anywhere in Germany where I could get it fixed?

Thanks,

Stimpy
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post #2 of 7
4/26/06 at 2:26pm
It's a pretty easy fix to change out the CCFL. You have to be very careful, but it's very possible. I have a screen with backlight for sale, check my other threads.
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post #3 of 7
5/15/06 at 4:45am
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Originally Posted by djfrestyl
It's a pretty easy fix to change out the CCFL. You have to be very careful, but it's very possible. I have a screen with backlight for sale, check my other threads.
I'm having the same problem with my 5680. Since the backlight does turn on briefly, it's probably a bad inverter board, not the backlight itself. I have a feeling this part will be hard to find, but I have yet to phone Sager. Let me know what you find out please. I'll do the same.

Note: I've noticed for several weeks/months lately that my screen is a light pinkish color for the first minute or so, then it "warms up" to normal color and brightness. This may have been a warning sign that something was about to die...

Depending on what news I get from Sager, I might be interested in your display for sale, but:

1) It would be a downgrade. I have a UXGA screen.
2) It's already used, and these seem to have a habit of burning up.
3) Are you SURE it'll fit the Sager 5680?
4) I probably only need the inverter board anyway. Do you know if it'll directly replace the inverter board in my 5680?
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post #4 of 7
5/15/06 at 1:25pm
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Originally Posted by cracked
I'm having the same problem with my 5680. Since the backlight does turn on briefly, it's probably a bad inverter board, not the backlight itself. I have a feeling this part will be hard to find, but I have yet to phone Sager. Let me know what you find out please. I'll do the same.

Note: I've noticed for several weeks/months lately that my screen is a light pinkish color for the first minute or so, then it "warms up" to normal color and brightness. This may have been a warning sign that something was about to die...

Depending on what news I get from Sager, I might be interested in your display for sale, but:

1) It would be a downgrade. I have a UXGA screen.
2) It's already used, and these seem to have a habit of burning up.
3) Are you SURE it'll fit the Sager 5680?
4) I probably only need the inverter board anyway. Do you know if it'll directly replace the inverter board in my 5680?

Hey man....
Yea sounds like either your CCFL is on its way out, or the inverter.
Changing the CCFL or inverter has nothing to do with SXGA/UXGA, etc. The screen is what dictates that.
It will fit, and it will replace yours.

Let me know,
Nilesh
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post #5 of 7
5/16/06 at 5:47am
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Is there any way to determine whether it is the backlight or the inverter? I had thought that the pinkish color when it is on was indicative of the problem being with the bulb itself. Is this not the case?

If it is just the inverter, then I can replace that rather easily, but I would prefer if there was some way to tell.

Stimpy
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post #6 of 7
5/16/06 at 11:27am
Stimpy,

I personally don't know. Are there computer shops in your area? Maybe they would have an idea.

Pink, when talking about a flourescent bulb, usually indicates a bad contact, not enough power, or the bulb on its way out. Unfortunately it is hard to diagnose unless you replace out the part. I understand your situation and am willing to let my inverter go for a very fair price, shoot me a PM.
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post #7 of 7
6/8/06 at 7:52pm
You could try a new inverter like I did, which may fix the problem or may not. It didn't for me; I had a bad CCFL. You may want to see what this guy can do for you:

http://laptops.home.att.net/lcd-repair.htm

If you're in Germany and don't want to ship it, I think he can sell you the CCFL only, but it's a very delicate procedure that requires a good deal of patience and ability.

I removed my CCFL to find my LCD panel a mess (I'm not very patient), so I just smashed it with a hammer and found a complete replacement LCD panel.
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