Hello, I have been searching for the FHD panel offered as an upgrade on the t510/w510 model laptops.
From searching around it seems the Lenovo part number is 42T0765, and it appears they use the AUO B156HW01 V4 for this part. The real problem it seems, it is not just the increased resolution (1366x768 => 1920x1080) that I am looking to accomplish but also the 95% color gamut and increased 270nit (cd/m2?) brightness. Every single shop I have found to stock either model/part number, either ships a "compatible" replacement, or does not have it in stock. I have gone as far ask emailing ones who stock compatible versions and asking if they can order or point me in the right direction, with no success. Also asked several ebay sellers, including expanding my search to ask sellers in hongkong and the UK (even ones listing "EXACT" next to the model name.. again, no luck. So here I am, hopefully someone will be able to tell me where I can find one. Thanks guys

P.S. I have also considered the compatible replacements, but half the time the sellers refuse to even say which compatible replacement I will receive, and the other half do not have technical specifics on the panels (or a model I can research on my own) so there is no way I can find a compatible replacement with the specs (or better) that I'm looking to upgrade to. Also any suggestions outside the OEM Lenovo upgrade are also welcome.

How about this seller? Ask them if it's an AUO B156HW01 V4
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-AU-OPTRONICS-15 ... 3f069cd1f7

That -is- the UK based seller I mentioned in my initial post. You see what I'm going through? =) I appreciate the help

I just ordered one. The seller confirmed it is an AU Optronics B156HW01 V.4.
http://cgi.ebay.com/AUO-B156HW01-V-4-15 ... 3a6326ad12

I don't understand why I have such bad luck. I asked that same seller about an auction that claimed to be the B156HW01 V.4 not too long ago, and he replied telling me it was a compatible model, not the exact one. Have you received the panel yet? Can you verify that it is the exact model? I'll try asking him again, maybe there was some kind of misunderstanding? Sometimes I think maybe I'm being -too- specific? Maybe non-native english speakers get confused and say no because they think I'm asking for something beyond the exact screen model. I'll try to be more clear, but you telling me the screen is the right model would be a big relief. I appreciate the help. Thanks (and I hope the panel you get is the one we both want =)

P.S. Wow I just noticed the one you bought from him is the exact auction I asked about too.

I'll let you know, but I have to say with all this documentation this seller is going to have problems with EBay if this item is not what he claims it to be.

Edit: I sent another email to the seller pointing him to this thread for comment.

Awesome, I registered just last night and was about to make a post to see if anyone knew the model number of the 15.6" e-IPS 1080p panel Lenovo uses and here I find it a thread on it already.

I'm curious to know if the you receive the actual panel as well, I'm wanting to replace my 1600x900 TN panel with a better quality one.

I am not aware of a 'better quality' WXGA+ panel. The ones we're discussing in this thread are WUXGA

I'm pretty sure the 15.6" FHD panel is TN.

Looking for a WUXGA upgrade, not a upgrade with the same resolution.



Well, point to an TN+Film panel that can achieve 95% of the colour gamut. It is one of the pitfalls of TN along with poor viewing angles. If you look on Lenovo's site when configuring a T510 or W510, the FHD makes note of the 95% colour gamut while the WXGA and WXGA+ don't. Also explains the difference of $20 from WXGA+ to WUXGA.

It means 95% of the NTSC gamut. And no documentation I've seen points to it being anything but TN.

As much as I wish there was a compatible 15.6" IPS, I have not found one. (or any superior to the one I have been looking for - B156HW01 V4)

You can use this database as a reference. I believe the V7 is used in the dell of similar specs, only real difference is the glossy screen -- Even if I could find this panel, I would seriously consider it, as it does not appear I will be able to find the Lenovo version. *Though it's not likely I will give up trying!*
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/articles/la ... _parts.htm

Ry_an , here's an EBay message the seller sent me today. They certainly sound adamant about the LCD's authenticity, we'll see ...

Dear friend,
Thanks for your purchasing. Now we have confirmed our screen is same with your original screen, so we have shipped out today, this is the tracking number:xxxxxxxxxxxx it will take 12-18 business working days (not including Sat and Sun) to arrive you, Pls wait patiently If you have any question, pls feel free to tell us.
Thanks and best regards

I really hope it's the right one, for both of us. If you don't mind, keep me updated =)

Hi guys,

I've been watching this forum for a while and am also a member on the 'Notebook reviews' forum. Thought it was about time I posted.

There is a really good screen supplier based in the UK who everyone is talking about at the moment on Notebook Reviews (I'm not sure what the ratio is on this forum of people from US/EU/ROW) but I know they ship worldwide and if any EU/UK members are looking for screens (genuine rare AUO screens in particular), I can confirm that you should speak to these guys and they are genuine and don't sell compatible/generic models. Their website is www.Kuzotronic.com

FYI, I was looking for the B156HW01 V4 screen for my wife's Dell XPS15 but it was a little more complicated than just buying the screen as I also needed to get hold of a full-HD cable as the standard one Dell fits won't display full-HD. These guys managed to source both for me and their customer service was awesome. I'm thinking of upgrading the screen in my Thinkpad T510 too, hence the reason I was checking to see what was popular on this forum.

Just thought it was worth a mention. Cheers guys and keep up the good work.

Steve, London UK

I could be wrong, but it seems the domain to this site with a long history of great service was registered 20 days ago? Forgive my suspicion, but desperate customers seems to bring out the predatory scammers. Also, the paypal verified seal is nothing more than an image hosted on the domain, not the code provided by paypal that doubles as link to authenticate the domain/seller. Can anyone else attest to the credit of this site?

- I must admit the links to the LCD specifications via scribd is a nice touch. If this site is legit, it would make my day.

Ryan, after installing this LCD I'd have to say it is the right one. It was stamped AUO on the metal frame and B156HW01 v4 on the back sticker. Visually it appears to have the right qualities. My recommendation is to go for it if the seller has any left.

ry_an,

I've been in conversation with Lee at Kuzotronic.com, as I was concerned after reading your post. Although my goods arrived safely and as described, I thought it would be worthwile to find out a bit more about this business.

He only started the site 3 weeks ago and was previously selling screens via PM/email at NotebookReview.com. This checks out...there are quite a lot of posts on there with satisfied customers. His profile name is 'barlow00' by the way if you want to check it out yourself. This is how I first got in touch with him incidentally.

It's a bedroom business that he has started with his wife and he's a bit of an HTML amateur (admitted by himself). He's using BigCommerce (shopping cart software) as i think he just wanted to have a real net presence rather than keep contacting people via the forum.

He seems really genuine and I am pretty certain the customer feedback on the site is genuine too....I recognise one of the names from the NotebookReview forum.

Anyway, I mentioned this forum but he wasn't aware of it so maybe he will join us soon. If you want to get in touch with him, his direct email address is lee <at> kuzotronic <dot> com (he responds really fast too, which I always like).

Hope this helps out?
Thanks
Steve

Hi Ryan/Steve,

I notice I am causing a commotion...I do apologise for any confusion caused with regards the site.

As we have already discussed Steve, I only went live with the site on 13th, March (registering the name 2 weeks before this). Before this I supplied dozens of screens via Notebook Reviews (including yours).

This is a new business for me and I am a small fish in a pretty big pond. We are 100% genuine and I like to think we provide an extremely personal service and we have a lot of happy customers.

If you want to have a chat, feel free to say hi on Skype (username: kuzotronic) or email me (lee <at> kuzotronic <dot> com)

Please note: This is not a commercial posting, I am purely responding to the (justified) concerns of some members.

Thanks and hopefully speak to you all soon.
Lee

Excellent news. I'm glad to hear it, and I appreciate you two taking the time to vet the legitimacy of kuzotronic.com for us. As far as I am concerned, I'm sold -- If I do order the AUO B156HW01 V4, I see no reason it shouldn't be from kuzotronic.

On a related matter ( and another question for any of you guys who may know the answer? ) the only reason there is now an "if" as to my need for the lcd... For several weeks now I have been using my T510 as a workstation, closed display output over displayport to my u2410. While I most definitely still want the upgrade for when i'm on the train between my home and work (every month or so), there is now a question if I want to grab a W520 to replace my T510. Now here is the question..
On the custom order of the Thinkpad W520 I have noticed the upgrade options for the lcd include a FHD 1920x1080 panel, but it makes absolutely no mention of additional specs, only the resolution. What I'm wondering is, have they dropped the AUO B156HW01 V.4? Are they using another panel as a replacement? Or have they just failed to include the additional specs? -- If the B156HW01 V4 is no longer included, does anyone know what panel they are using in it's place? --- Thanks again.

I can't comment on this....but I have heard through the grapevine that AUO have stopped manufacturing the B156HW01 V4 screen, so maybe production has switched to a more readily available model???

Hello-

I have several questions about replacing the lcd panel on my T510 if y'all would be so kind. If the answer to the first question is "no," ignore the remaining questions.

1. I would be upgrading from the 1366x768 screen. Would it be possible to upgrade from this screen?

2. I see you tracked down a panel on ebay from the UK. The seller does not currently have any of those panels for sale. I have identified this auction from a different seller:

http://bit.ly/khGxx2

What specific questions should I ask this seller to ensure that the panel is authentic?

3. How difficult is it to perform the replacement? I've changed motherboards, hard drives, disk drives on laptops in the past, but never lcd screens.

Thanks!

David

Yes, no problem upgrading to an HD+ or an FHD LCD.

Forget about that seller. Their comment "We may ship a 100% compatible part." is a dead give-away that you will not get a genuine Lenovo FRU.


On a scale of 1 to 10, 10 being the most difficult laptop repair, I'd give it an 8. Very simple once you know how to do it, but it does take a bit of finesse to do correctly. If you follow the Hardware Maintenance Manual that is a step in the right direction.

as long as you know how to properly use small tools, it's not that difficult.   just follow the videos: http://www.lenovoservicetraining.com/io ... index.html

Update -

I bought an FHD screen on ebay:

http://bit.ly/me5piM

Seller was great! Sent it Fedex Express from Taiwan. Arrived in 6 days, and that included a weekend. Stamped AUO on metal frame, sticker on back confirms part number.

Installation was a breeze. Took about 10 minutes. Screen looks amazing. Awesome upgrade for the money!

Apologies on necro-ing this thread, but I recently picked up a broken T510 that I'm working on fixing up, and I need a new screen for it. When you replaced your screen, did you need to replace any cables or the inverter board, or JUST the LCD panel?

I'm going to go with the same buyer/panel you bought, since it's what I need for a god price.

The T510 and W510 uses the same inverters and cables for the original, HD+, and the FHD panels.

Indeed they do!

Got my panel in the mail, ordered from the same eBay seller that ibsprocket used. Installed with zero problems, took around 30 min, same cable connections. It is quite the display! Very bright, very vivid, great color and clarity. I'd put it better than the panel in my unibody MBP.

So it was worth it? Is there some where else I can get that type of screen for less money? Is it a matte finish or glossy?

Sorry for the repetitive question, but everyone here is alluding to the T510.

Will this panel also work for the T520?

I have a screamer... i7 sandy bridge 4 core with 8GB of ram but the screen resolution is subpar to say the least.

Can I use this panel as well in the T520, plug and voila?

Thanks in advance for your assistance here.