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TP 760E/ED/XD,765 - LCD jitters or flashes on models with XGA LCD

Applicable to: World-Wide

SYMPTOM:
The following symptoms may occur on ThinkPad 760E, ED, XD and 765D,L models with XGA LCD. The symptoms occur on the LCD only (external CRT is OK) and may occur only after the ThinkPad has warmed up. The symptoms may be aggravated by some video patterns.

1. Jitter on LCD - vertical lines / edges quickly move left and right; also, short horizontal lines may appear on the screen briefly and then disappear.
2. Flashing LCD - LCD video flashes on and then off repeatedly.
3. Blank LCD - LCD video turns off.

CONFIGURATION:
760E with XGA LCD; 760ED with XGA LCD; 760XD all; 765D all; 765L all

SOLUTION:
Replace the Video Card FRU first. If the symptom persists, replace the LCD.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This information is provided to assist with problem diagnosis and to avoid unnecessary replacements of LCDs.

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Display/Monitor

Date Created

07-10-98

Last Updated

08-10-98

Revision Date

07-10-99

Brand

IBM ThinkPad

Product Family

ThinkPad 760E, ThinkPad 760ED, ThinkPad 760XD, ThinkPad 765L, ThinkPad 765D

Machine Type

9546, 9547

Model

Various

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