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chaitanya krishna Posted on Jul 12, 2013
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I have removed the lcd display of my dell inspiron n4010 since it was damaged n connected a led tv to the laptop using hdmi cable. I hear 8 beeps wen the system starts once n again wen windows is about to boot. Is that a problem? After that my system is working normally.pls tel me if i cnt use my laptop this way

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BIOS beeps like that are an indicator of a hardware fault. In this case, it's telling you there is no monitor connected. You shouldn't have any problems using your laptop this way (I had a similar setup with a Toshiba for about a year). Note that if you reinstall Windows or your video driver, the HDMI output may not function right away which could leave you stuck in the dark, literally. Otherwise, you should be fine.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 14, 2008

SOURCE: Dell D600 LCD issue

What I've found on two laptops I've worked on in the past two years is that in a case like this, there is a little pin near the power button (or on the strip up near the display) that tells the laptop when the monitor is closed.  If that pin gets stuck, the computer will think it's shut all of the time.  The sensor is only active in normal mode of windows with the drivers installed (if it's in safe mode or VGA mode  the sensor does not work until you raise the resolution.  the sensor doesn't work at all if you boot from a knoppix cd.)

You may be able to just flick the pin and get it unstuck, but in some cases you have to remove it all togther.

To remove it, turn the lapotp off. lean the monitor back as far as it can go (don't force it). You then need to carefuly pry up the strip that the power button is on (ussually there is a space you can pry open on the left or right side of the strip depending on the model laptop; be very careful not to break anything).  You can then pop it out with a small knife or tweesers and clip the strip back down.

If you don't feel comfortable doing this, then find someone who is.

I hope this helps someone.

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  • Posted on Dec 23, 2008

SOURCE: Connecting Dell Inspiron 1501 to TV, Windows Vista

The PC card you have doesnt appear to work with that adaptor. Dell Has its own Svideo / Video output adaptors.

You need a converter not an adaptor. Try looking on Amazon for this: ITV-900 PC to TV Converter

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 29, 2009

SOURCE: Dell inspiron 6400-runs slow on AC power but not on battery

uninstall any energy management software provided by dell and then check.if the issue is not resolved then the issue is with the converter board as it is heating up.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 05, 2009

SOURCE: Connect Laptop HDMI to Receiver to TV via SVIDEO

you need a different type of cable to connect to your tv.a s-video will fit but not work.can't remember the name but it has to have more pins.besides that port is for projectors and cannot be used for anything else.you need a converter box like the one in the link ::::: http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=laptops+s-video+cords&FORM=BIFD#focal=a85da1a40c404788d7e32f0bf01eab05&furl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvs.k12.mi.us%2Ftiz%2Fimages%2Fsvid-cables.jpg


unless you got a big tv with a very good picture it isn't worth it.and a good graphics card in the comp.most tvs are fuzzy and unreadable.i've did it enough to know

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 12, 2011

SOURCE: how to connect/configure my acer

for HDMI, I guess you just connect it with HDMI cable to your LCD TV, and use the FN+F5 or F6 to switch display from laptop's LCD to external. I think it should be the same way as using projector.

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Dell Support > Inspiron1564 Notebook PC > Service Manual,

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1564/en/sm/index.htm

http://www.insidemylaptop.com/replace-broken-screen-dell-inspiron-1564-laptop/

Let's start with two small primers first;

A) An LCD screen cannot produce light. It needs an additional light source. A Backlight is the additional light source.

A Backlight can be a CCFL, (Or two of them), or a series of LED's.
(Light Emitting Diode)
The Dell Inspiron 1564 Notebook PC can come with either a CCFL backlight, or LED backlighting.

http://www.laptopscreen.com/English/model/Dell/INSPIRON~1564/


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Average length is almost as long, as the LCD screen is in height.
Basic example. Look at the last 9 photos,

http://www.laptoprepair101.com/laptop/2007/12/09/replace-laptop-backlight-ccfl-lamp/ ]

A screen Inverter is used to convert the electricity from the laptop, for the LCD screen, and Backlight.
For LED backlighting a screen Inverter may not be used.

B) For a Dell, video cable is Display Cable.
LCD screen = Display Panel
Switch Cover = Power Button Panel
(Cover that is a strip of plastic essentially, that is above the Keyboard, and below the LCD screen. Has Power On button)

Display Cable:
The display cable attaches to the motherboard, in an area under the Power Button Panel. (Above the F2 and F3 key, approximately)
It then routes under the left Hinge, and up into the Display Panel Assembly.

From there it attaches to the screen Inverter, if used, and to the back of the LCD screen.
A example of the cable,

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DELL-INSPIRON-1545-LCD-FLEX-CABLE-LED-R267J-NEW-/370491513861?pt=US_Laptop_Screens_LCD_Panels&hash=item564303dc05

The cable may become pinched in the left Hinge. This can cause pulling on the cable, and/or damage.
Pulling may cause loose connections of the cable. Loose at the motherboard side, or LCD screen side.

Doesn't take much of a loose connection to get issues like what you are seeing.
In fact it may be so minute (My-noot) that it won't be visually seen.
The ONLY way to be assured the connections are tight, is to PHYSICALLY check them. Try to plug them in tighter.

This means checking the display cable on the motherboard side, and LCD screen side.

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1564/en/sm/powerpan.htm#wp1061007

The Power Button Panel contains the Power On button/switch.
It can be removed, and laid over so that the motherboard connection can be checked, with the Power On switch still attached. This way after physically checking the connection, the laptop can be turned on, and display checked.

[Lay the Display Panel Assembly back as far as you can. Suggest covering screen with soft cloth, or suitable device to protect screen.
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If the Power Button Panel cannot be laid back far enough, to get out of your way, unplug the Power Button cable. Plug back in to check display.
ALL power removed BEFORE disassembly.
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For the LCD screen (Display Panel) side of display cable connection,
remove ALL power, then,

http://www.insidemylaptop.com/replace-broken-screen-dell-inspiron-1564-laptop/

,disassemble down to Step 7. This way you can lean the screen out, and check the connection.
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IF there is obvious visual signs of damage to the sheath of the Display Cable, there may also be damage to the tiny wires inside.
(Stretched/Broken)

A continuity check with a multimeter is warranted.
If the Display Cable's sheath does Not show obvious signs of damage, it is still best to perform a continuity check, so you can Positively rule out the Display Cable as the problem.
Suggest go to a local 'Mom and Pop' computer store, and for a coupla' bucks have them check it.

Or replace it.

Display cable checks out 5by? (OK)
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The next item to check is the screen Inverter, IF a screen Inverter is used.
90 PERCENT OF THE TIME the fault can be attributed to a bad screen Inverter.
One example of an Inspiron screen Inverter,

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Genuine-Dell-Inspiron-1545-Series-Lcd-Inverter-Board-15-6-H251M-0H251M-/300756244730?pt=US_Laptop_Screens_LCD_Panels&hash=item46067818fa

Yes. It's an Inspiron 1545 screen Inverter. Couldn't find a listing for an Inspiron 1564 screen Inverter. Means to me that most of the 1564's use LED backlighting, or everyone is switching to an LCD screen that uses LED backlighting.

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IF there is No screen Inverter used, the problem is the Display Panel.

I'm willing to bet you have a loose Display Cable connection, or damage to the Display Cable.

For additional questions please post in a Comment.

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Meaning the graphics chipset is OK.

Problem lies with the Video Cable, or Display Assembly.
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http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1545/en/SM/display.htm#wp1109848

Both connections check out? Prove to be tight? (If you open the Display Assembly, and the video cable falls off, it wasn't tight)

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90 PERCENT OF THE TIME the fault is the Inverter.

Fortunately it is also the cheaper of the parts, when compared to an LCD screen, and is easier to access.

It is behind the Display Bezel, and mounted at the bottom of the LCD screen frame.

[ In the Display Assembly link above scroll down to the subheading -
Display Bezel.
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This example shows it in more detail,

http://www.batterysupport.com/dell-inspiron-1545-inverter-p-206027.html

To test a screen Inverter you need a sensitive multimeter. This = $$$$
(Or you can use a good Inverter to test)
Barring that the two examples above are not feasible, the alternative is to buy, and replace the screen Inverter.

A) Video Cable checks out it's on to the screen Inverter.
B) Replace screen Inverter does not fix the problem, the problem is a bad LCD screen.

I'm betting on a loose connection of the video cable, at the back of the LCD screen. Just my thoughts.

Post back in a Comment, (Or Comments), as to your findings.

Regards,
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