Red vertical lines on screen???

Most common cause for this issue is an inverter cable issue. And unfortunately the cable runs right under the hinge. So if your hinge is not properly reassembled after a repair or install, you can start to have issues such as this.

That is a display failure. Odds are sooner or later that red line will invite a bunch of his multi-colored friends over to have a party. You will need to have the entire display assembly replaced, so I hope you have warranty coverage. If not, the cost will likely depend on the size of the display. A 13" will likely cost $300 (for just the part) and it will go up from there.

CMCSK wrote:

i m having the same issue!

Why not try the solutions & links mentioned in this thread?

I DID check them and they don't apply to my case... i have an ATI Card (older a1211 model)

mine doesn't change when i move the screen, only black color things (anywhere on the screen) turns into red vertical lines and if a use an external monitor it woks fine.

I think i am gonna have to change the LCD, but maybe is the cable (data or inversor) i really don't know how to tell which part is not working.

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MacBook Pro: Distorted video or no video issues

MacBook Pro (Early 2008): Dark bands showing intermittently on built-in display

I recently had a single vertical red line on my MBP screen. Apple replaced the screen under the extended warranty.

Cuppa

did you ever get that lines fix?? i m having the same issue!

i m having the same issue!

Why not try the solutions & links mentioned in this thread?

For a proper diagnosis, take the computer to an Apple store or an AASP. Whichever is more convenient for you.