backlight out!

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backlight out!

I purchased my ibook in July, and suddenly the backlight has gone out. I am looking to replace the backlight, screen,or entire display? I have never dismantled an ibook, but I visited the ifixit website, and I feel confident that with time and patience, I can do this. Since they only discuss display replacement, and not screen removal, I suppose the easiest fix would be to replace the entire display though the case is in minty condition. Any recommendations? Also, if I attempt a screen swap, which screen should I be looking to buy...LCd 03L5040, LCd 03L5030, or something else? I can not seem to find this information. Is there anything I should be aware of when purchasing a screen only, such as cables, etc?

Graphite 466 SE, Mac OS X (10.1.x), 512 ram, airport wireless

Posted on Sep 23, 2007 1:28 PM

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Answer 1

Duane

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Sep 24, 2007 12:08 PM in response to Teri in Seattle

Teri, Welcome to the discussion area!

You might want to take a look at " iBook Backlight Replacement Journal."

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Answer 2

Sep 24, 2007 4:58 PM in response to Duane

Thank you Duane; I am going to start with the least complex fix and replace the entire display. Since I have never dismantled a laptop before, I have to see how far my technical skills will take me. I'm a 53 year old female, and I haven't soldered since High School, so I will need practice before attempting a CCFL replacement. I am still wondering if anyone knows the part # for the screen, without having to dismantle mine.

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Answer 3

mrtotes

Level 6

11,836 points

Oct 3, 2007 3:43 PM in response to Teri in Seattle

Hello,

From what I can ascertain it's a 661-2739:

http://www.macsupportstore.com/dept.asp?dept_id=01-003-001&so=9

Link for reference only; them's crazy prices.

mrtotes

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Answer 4

Oct 3, 2007 6:14 PM in response to Teri in Seattle

let me just warn you, taking apart the clamshell is not fun, I replaced the hard drive in an orange one, it took me about two and a half hours.... If you want to make your clamshell look cooler whiel your at it I suggest taking out all the metal plates, when i did it it looked realy cool

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Answer 5

Oct 7, 2007 9:22 PM in response to French gye

I saw the "frankenberry" mod online...it did look pretty cool.

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Answer 6

Oct 7, 2007 9:24 PM in response to mrtotes

can you imagine spending $1300 for a display...amazing!

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