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June 3rd, 2006 11:00

Replacing a broken Inspiron 1300 screen

Hi there,
I am based in the UK, and bought a Dell Inspiron 1300 with a 15.4 inch widescreen monitor. I dropped it yesterday (doh!)and cracked it so need to get hold of a replacement.
I wonder if anyone could advise me on the best, most economical replacement, either in the US or UK. Also any info on shipping costs or duty from the US would be appreciated.
I was also wondering if it is possible to insure a laptop for this type of damage and how best to do this?
Thanks very much in advance
maisie Case
  • ejn63

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    Posted June 3rd, 2006 12:00

    Remove the screen from the system, determine the make and model and do a search - you're probably looking at the equivalent of $300-400US.

    If you're still under warranty and Dell does the repair, you can probably upgrade to a Complete Care insurance package.
  • Robot Randy

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    Posted June 3rd, 2006 15:00

    I was able to get a replacement for a coworkers' i1200 screen at http://www.247laptoplcd.com/

    You'll need the original screens brand and model number (Dell does not make LCD screens, it'll be something like Fujitsu, LG Philips or the like.)

    Be careful with any extensions to the model number! Screens with the same model number but with a different extension can have a different connection and be for a different brand of laptop.

    Randy

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    Posted June 3rd, 2006 19:00

    Thanks for the messages. I'll look into both suggestions.
    Best
    maisie
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    Posted June 4th, 2006 13:00

    if you are going to do the repair yourself, I'd get hold of the computer's manual. You will probably have to remove the keyboard to get at the screen connections.