so i guess i'll order a new LVDS cable..... gah thats an expensive cable....

 

Genius confirmed that its the cable. Says its a B**** to replace since the display is glued in. Usually they just replace the whole display.

 

yeah. i was looking at the info on how to take it apart.... did the genius say what cable? i just wanna be sure.

 

hey buddy, there is only 1 cable to connect the screen to the inverter.

If your screen is not broken, I would not suggest changing it. It would cost more. Nevertheless, compare the cost between the cable and screen+cable on eBay.

Also, if it is out of warranty, you do not need to take it to Apple store to replace it. The labor are expensive. Shop around local shops and get a quote on changing the cable. It can save you some money. Be sure to check the reviews for local shops before bringing in your laptop.

 

My screen did that too, but the line would be pink. I had to temporarily fix it the same way. Apple ended up replacing my screen though and it has never came back since.

 

^^^...yeah... unfortunately this computer is out of warranty... it's right now on the, "get fixed cheap or 00buck" warranty that i hand out to all my gadgets. gotta put fear in the other things ruling over my tech with an iron fist! MUAHAHAHA.

red ring on me xbox, test me.

 

i took it to a mac repair shop and they said it was the screen. seems like more of them are pointing to the screen then the cable. as much as i hope it's the cable; i was thinking about the design of the cable and how it connects to the board and screen... it doesn't make much sense for that thing to be loose or faulty.... i just ordered a screen. its the same price as the cable (O_o i know...) we'll see what happens...