Okay so I posted this message on the Dell Support Forum and will repeat it here.
The problem that I am having is that on one of my computers it loads into windows and then the screen goes black. It originally started with just a portion of the screen going black and now it all goes at once. Also when the computer is booting up it makes a loud buzzing noise and I have recently realized that the hard drive is loose so I am thinking the hard drive may be damaged (I have tried tightening it and it still doesn't work right). However I also feel it may be a virus of some sort. So let me run through the problems again:
1. It loads into Windows all the way to the desktop but before the loading is done the screen goes black.
2. Originally the screen went black in sections now its a total blackout.
3. The computer makes a loud buzzing noise when loading.
4. The hard drive is loose and I believe that may be the problem but I also fear a virus.
So everyone do you have any tips for me?
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My old laptop used to go to a black screen and the problem was the inverter, but I'm not sure if that's the same problem that you're running into.
Have you tried to start it up in safe mode? If you start it up in safe mode and do a virus scan you might find/indentify the problem if it is indeed a virus.sking29 likes this. -
Same thing happened to me except for the buzzing hard drive part. I took it to a computer guy because I thought it was an inverter problem. But, my backlight actually blew out. It could be either of those.
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May be several issues... not just one.
Laptop or desktop?
Is it a CRT or Flat panel monitor?
When the screen goes black, does the hard drive activity go on and off like it is doing something, or is it solid on/off all the time?
Is it a separate video card or integrated into the motherboard?sking29 likes this. -
It was working fine earlier today.
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Okay guys I figured out its my screen. I have hooked up a separate a screen and the computer has been working fine and the buzzing has stopped. So the question is; "Can you replace a laptop screen and if so how?"
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Or you could just use it like a desktop, buy a docking station plug it into a nice 22" LCD and go about your thing.
It could be cost beneficial if you have a super high priced laptop or it's fairly new, but if it's a couple years old I know I wouldn't try it.sking29 likes this. -
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If you decide that you don't want to buy a new laptop, just go get yourself a good monitor. But for an extra $150 or so you might be able to get a pretty decent laptop if you look for deals. -
Step #1 from my point of view...
Ignore anyone that says "stop watching porn".:tongue2: -
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Okay guys I figured out what I believe the problem is. From my research it says that if your screen goes real dim that it could be the backlight or inverter. Does anyone have experience with this or know where to get these things for cheap.
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But generally, if the screen is dying, it's time to get a new laptop. Laptop monitors are usually the first components to die in a chain of future hardware failures. You have the same problem with your laptop as I do; the inverter blew out. It really is not worth it to replace.
Get a new laptop. Seriously, just get a new laptop. If you're out of warranty, call Dell and complain loudly enough and they'll usually replace it for free just to get you to shut up and go away. -
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If it's only 1 year old, then you should definitely call Dell and complain. You'll be amazed what you can get if you're persistent. :lol:
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Update guys. It was the inverter, I disassembled the screen popped it in and now I am posting on the very computer. See guys always try to fix your problem before going out and buying a new screen or laptop. The internet can tell you anything you need to know. :up:
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lol yes but you have the added benefit of being in front of the computer the rest of us are just tossing rocks in the dark :lol:sking29 likes this. -