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Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 02:17 PM

The piece a sh*t computer froze once again- then I was just adjusting the monitor and now there's this white blob on the right side of the monitor, with little black spots and a little bit of red. All of this came up on the screen when I touched behind the top right corner of the moniter- now it's messed up totally. I can't click anything or view anything on the right and top right corner of the screen. What should I do? I'm not wasting $150 on the Best Buy guys. I need to save up money to try to get the computer guy to fix it- I don't know if it can be fixed though. It's totally f*cked up.

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreckless

The piece a sh*t computer froze once again- then I was just adjusting the monitor and now there's this white blob on the right side of the monitor, with little black spots and a little bit of red. All of this came up on the screen when I touched behind the top right corner of the moniter- now it's messed up totally. I can't click anything or view anything on the right and top right corner of the screen. What should I do? I'm not wasting $150 on the Best Buy guys. I need to save up money to try to get the computer guy to fix it- I don't know if it can be fixed though. It's totally f*cked up.

Sounds like the backlight has gone. Happened to me in the summer with my laptop. I know your frustration!

Would you have an old monitor lying around or any of your friends? Maybe you could borrow it until you're in a better position to buy a new one. Even if you have it repaired, it won't be worth the cost probably.

Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 03:41 PM

Maybe it is that. How much would it cost to replace it, fix it or get a new one?

Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 03:47 PM

Plus I have a laptop computer- not a desktop, so the monitor is attached to the computer....it's not like a desktop monitor where you can pull it off and replace it easy..i dunno wtf I should do.

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreckless

Maybe it is that. How much would it cost to replace it, fix it or get a new one?

You're best to get a new one and you're probably looking at about $150. shop around on the internet. At least for that money, you'll be getting at least a 19" widescreen monitor. The one I'm looking at is on the Best Buy (US) website and they have one on sale. I'd go into a store in person though. You can talk these guys down or have "extras" like cables, toner, paper thrown in.

If you opt for repair, you're looking at the hassle of taking it in somewhere anyway, and being without a monitor for a week at least. And it would probably cost the same or more than a new one. These things are built to be replaced, not really repaired because of the costs.

I've got a spare, old box montior I wish I could send to you but mailing costs would be more than $150 also!

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreckless

Plus I have a laptop computer- not a desktop, so the monitor is attached to the computer....it's not like a desktop monitor where you can pull it off and replace it easy..i dunno wtf I should do.

Oh man - it's a laptop eh? O.k. - that's throws some sand in the oil then.....

* looks for other alternatives *....

Big C · 11-09-2008, 03:52 PM

You're not the only one who's had computer problems.

This is my fourth computer; my previous 3 all crashed.

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FSU

You're not the only one who's had computer problems.

This is my fourth computer; my previous 3 all crashed.

Were they all laptops? What make?

The laptop I had go was an old IBM notebook so it didn't surprise me. I just borrowed it from a guy I used to work with who has access to them.

I'm checking with someone about the backlight on Wreckless' to see if all they do is replace a bulb or something. Stand by! lol

If not, we should all get together and dump them in a pit, douse them with lighter fluid and have a bonfire!

MrRetro_08 · 11-09-2008, 04:02 PM

I Broke My Computer

How did you post this thread then?

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 04:26 PM

Just talking to my source now, and it looks like you're screwed.

They're LCD screens - no bulbs - could be something on the mother board too, but either way, it's going to cost about $500 to replace that screen and now, you can basically get a new laptop for the same price.

The screen on a laptop is the most expensive part of it. Can't be repaired cheaply or at all.

If you do have a desk monitor, you could hookup your laptop to that, however, obviously you ain't gonna be traveling too far with that setup. (Picturing you with a 19" monitor slung into a backpack)!

Hate to say it, but looks like you're in for a new computer.

TripperFan · 11-09-2008, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MrRetro_08

I Broke My Computer

How did you post this thread then?

I know what he means - when the backlight goes at first, it's intermittant , and you can BARELY see things so it is possible he can get a post or two in but then it eventually goes completely black.

Who knows - if he doesn't reply again, we know that's what's happened.

Then it's a trip to library or something to use theirs.

Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MrRetro_08

I Broke My Computer

How did you post this thread then?

I said part of the screen isn't working- half of it. Obviously if the whole ocmputer wasn't working- I wouldn't be online and posting. Think about it.

Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by TripperFan

Just talking to my source now, and it looks like you're screwed.

They're LCD screens - no bulbs - could be something on the mother board too, but either way, it's going to cost about $500 to replace that screen and now, you can basically get a new laptop for the same price.

The screen on a laptop is the most expensive part of it. Can't be repaired cheaply or at all.

If you do have a desk monitor, you could hookup your laptop to that, however, obviously you ain't gonna be traveling too far with that setup. (Picturing you with a 19" monitor slung into a backpack)!

Hate to say it, but looks like you're in for a new computer.

F*ck- Thanks for helping but that sucks. I was hoping it wouldn't be $500 to fix or replace it. Figures, the most expensive part of the computer gets messed up. This sucks.

Wreckless · 11-09-2008, 05:37 PM

TripperFan, even if you have a warranty on the laptop- you still have to pay $500 to get it fixed/replaced? Even if it might be covered.

TVFactFan · 11-09-2008, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Wreckless

The piece a sh*t computer froze once again- then I was just adjusting the monitor and now there's this white blob on the right side of the monitor, with little black spots and a little bit of red. All of this came up on the screen when I touched behind the top right corner of the moniter- now it's messed up totally. I can't click anything or view anything on the right and top right corner of the screen. What should I do? I'm not wasting $150 on the Best Buy guys. I need to save up money to try to get the computer guy to fix it- I don't know if it can be fixed though. It's totally f*cked up.

What computer did u use to create this thread or are you in the library?-lol

11-09-2008, 02:17 PM	#1
Wreckless Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Nov 04, 2007 Location: Banned Posts: 9,406	I Broke My Computer The piece a sht computer froze once again- then I was just adjusting the monitor and now there's this white blob on the right side of the monitor, with little black spots and a little bit of red. All of this came up on the screen when I touched behind the top right corner of the moniter- now it's messed up totally. I can't click anything or view anything on the right and top right corner of the screen. What should I do? I'm not wasting $150 on the Best Buy guys. I need to save up money to try to get the computer guy to fix it- I don't know if it can be fixed though. It's totally fcked up.

11-09-2008, 04:02 PM	#9
MrRetro_08 T'ank you veddy much! Forum Regular Join Date: Dec 19, 2007 Location: A Place Far Away Posts: 823	I Broke My Computer How did you post this thread then?
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11-09-2008, 04:26 PM	#10
TripperFan In God's Arms Now Forum Star Join Date: Sep 14, 2003 Location: Heartbreak Ridge Posts: 12,086	UPDATE - Not good news! Just talking to my source now, and it looks like you're screwed. They're LCD screens - no bulbs - could be something on the mother board too, but either way, it's going to cost about $500 to replace that screen and now, you can basically get a new laptop for the same price. The screen on a laptop is the most expensive part of it. Can't be repaired cheaply or at all. If you do have a desk monitor, you could hookup your laptop to that, however, obviously you ain't gonna be traveling too far with that setup. (Picturing you with a 19" monitor slung into a backpack)! Hate to say it, but looks like you're in for a new computer.

11-09-2008, 03:41 PM	#3
Wreckless Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Nov 04, 2007 Location: Banned Posts: 9,406	Maybe it is that. How much would it cost to replace it, fix it or get a new one?

11-09-2008, 03:47 PM	#4
Wreckless Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Nov 04, 2007 Location: Banned Posts: 9,406	Plus I have a laptop computer- not a desktop, so the monitor is attached to the computer....it's not like a desktop monitor where you can pull it off and replace it easy..i dunno wtf I should do.

11-09-2008, 03:52 PM	#7
Big C I Heart Angie Watson Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 21, 2006 Posts: 3,531	You're not the only one who's had computer problems. This is my fourth computer; my previous 3 all crashed.

11-09-2008, 05:37 PM	#14
Wreckless Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Nov 04, 2007 Location: Banned Posts: 9,406	TripperFan, even if you have a warranty on the laptop- you still have to pay $500 to get it fixed/replaced? Even if it might be covered.