very odd question, but its worth a shot

[99GrandAmSE]

So i had an I5150 from Dell for 4 years before the mobo went and I had to get a new one....

Anyway, I took the old one apart cuz I wanted some of the parts. Now my question is, is there anyway to turn the laptop lcd into and ext. monitor of some sort.

I know theres gonna be a lot of splicing involved since laptop lcd have just one cord coming out of them, but I'm wondering if it is possible at all.

Thanks

 

[EchoTheDolphin]

This has been covered alot of times (Not your fault for asking though, it's still a good question )

It's not practical, in fact, it's more expensive than buying a generic LCD, controller, and PSU and assembling a monitor yourself. So, while possible, it's very difficult to find the parts for, and far more expensive than going out and buying a nice 22" or something.

 

[Neuromancer]

Actually there are a very few times when its economically feasible t odo it (got the lcd for free say) but thats really rare and only on a couple of LCD screens. I do not recall the brands or where to find them. Google "turn laptop LCD into monitor" and I am sure after a day of digging you kind find out which brands.

 

[EchoTheDolphin]

ANd keep us updated, if you find the info I'd love to see it!

 

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