20 Most Recent Dell E173FP 17" LCD Monitor - Page 8 Questions & Answers

Although similar, this monitor and the associated repair is different than the "b" version. The link above is good to follow for finding out how to open your case but the actual repair is different. If you have minor soldering skills (really the de-soldering is the hard part) and can use a phillips screw driver you can make this repair.

I contacted Tom at a link I found on the "b" site and he sent me the typical components to fail for the "c" monitor. $20 and $1.35 for shipping. The site looks to be down now so I'm not sure if this is temporary or he's stopped selling parts. He is also willing to fix the board if you send it to him. Here's what you need to do:
Replace C922 and C923 with 1000uF 35V caps
Replace c924 and C925 with 470uF 25V caps
Re-solder L201 and L202 with fresh solder.

I did all of the above and the monitor works perfectly. When you take the monitor apart make sure you note where the blue and pink wires go (you'll know what I mean when you get to that stage). The connectors are identical and it would be easy to forget which way they were installed.

This must be caused by a bad or damaged capacitor(s) on the Inverter board (power supply board). The only solution is to replace the defective capacitors. To do this, you'll need some electronic tools like soldering iron, soldering wire/paste, etc.. and most of all the capacitors with the exact Unit. You'll need to refer to the one on the board for the unit, it should be written on the capacitor itself as "?" followed by the value. Actually this is related to backlight, but since backlight shows up and you could see the picture for a short period, then the reason is behind the regulators, means the capacitors. If you have idea how to solder or how to remove the soldered components, go ahead and replace them. You'll be easily able to identify them, bulged or exploded or broken.... If you don't know how to use and how to disassemble the monitor, I don't recommend as you might damage other components which will cause another bigger issue. I hope you understand.

If you need further help, let me know.

Good luck.

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This is usually not a monitor problem.

You have to start trouble shooting with elimination. First try to connect the monitor to another computer with the correct cables then if that works, you know your problem is on the computer end.

If not, you probably have the wrong cable.

There is also another option and that is that the screen resolution from the graphics card is not compatible with the resolution of the monitor.
This can be changed in the display settings in the control panel of your computer.

If is E151FP you have bad cap 100uf/25V in backlight inverter and blown 2A SMD fuse

The problem is the backlight power supply has failed. Typically the problem is with the transistors have failed. If you know how to use a soldering iron, the is an outfit on ebay that sells a repair kit that contains the parts that usually fails in these monitors for only a few dollars. I have fixed my monitor using this route.
Hope this helps you.

If you are going to DIY and have proper tools and know safety precaution then please read on: Most common failures in the LCD monitors are bad capacitors (bulging top/seal or leaking) in the power supply (they should be replaced in a set), blown fuses; poor solder joints, failed inverter circuits (blown fuse, shorted transistors, shorted/open transformers), bad lamps (poor solder connections or worn out lamps). You will need to open it up and inspect the inside, see example of failed DELL monitors to get some ideas what to look for: http://s807.photobucket.com/home/budm/allalbums Post back what you see inside so we can guide you further and it will help out other people in the future also.

Basic LCD monitor troubleshooting guide: http://www.fixya.com/support/r6150077-basic_lcd_monitors_troubleshooting

Learn about bad caps: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague

Capacitors kit: http://lcdalternatives.auctivacommerce.com/ he can make you a set of caps for you.

Replacement board: http://www.lcdrepair.us

Sounds to me like a power inverter. Fix it yourself with the parts found on Ebay at a cheap cost to yourself. The entire Dell E173FP 17" power inverter is selling for $29.99 plus shipping.

The fix can be found at: http://syscon.wordpress.com/2007/07/13/dell-dell-e172fpb-lcd-backlight-repair/

Cheers and good luck!!

There are little screws along the backside

If you are going to DIY and have proper tools and know safety precaution then please read on: Most common failures in the LCD monitors are bad capacitors (bulging top/seal or leaking) in the power supply (they should be replaced in a set), blown fuses; poor solder joints, failed inverter circuits (blown fuse, shorted transistors, shorted/open transformers), bad lamps (poor solder connections or worn out lamps). You will need to open it up and inspect the inside, see example of failed DELL monitors to get some ideas what to look for: http://s807.photobucket.com/home/budm/allalbums Post back what you see inside so we can guide you further and it will help out other people in the future also.

Basic LCD monitor troubleshooting guide: http://www.fixya.com/support/r6150077-basic_lcd_monitors_troubleshooting

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague

Capacitors kit: http://lcdalternatives.auctivacommerce.com/ he can make you a set of caps for you.Replacement board: http://www.lcdrepair.us

Since you have connected this monitor to a laptop and the white screen is still there, then I am 100% sure that this is a monitor problem. Try to connect a different monitor to your pc. If the monitor does not show any problem, the definitely it is not the video card.

If the monitor is still under warranty, call the manufacturer otherwise, it is time to get a new one. If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/elixirjose_00375ea24bd8141b

If you are going to DIY and have proper tools and know safety precaution then please read on: Most common failures in the LCD monitors are bad capacitors (bulging top/seal or leaking) in the power supply (they should be replaced in a set), blown fuses; poor solder joints, failed inverter circuits (blown fuse, shorted transistors, shorted/open transformers), bad lamps (poor solder connections or worn out lamps). You will need to open it up and inspect the inside, see example of failed monitors to get some ideas what to look for: http://s807.photobucket.com/home/budm/allalbums Post back what you see inside so we can guide you further and it will help out other people in the future also.

Basic LCD monitor troubleshooting guide: http://www.fixya.com/support/r6150077-basic_lcd_monitors_troubleshooting

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague

Capacitors kit: http://lcdalternatives.auctivacommerce.com/ he can make you a set of caps for you.

Replacement board: http://www.lcdrepair.us

then try to set some color from the list it might be asking for the color at the background....

your power supply is fluctuating,,,,and this could be the problem inside the circuit board of your pc,,,

marribillsfa, If you go to YOUTUBE you will find video clips that show how to "PART" the rear cover from the front "bezel" without causing too much "scaring" to the plastic. Start at the lower edge and look for some small "slots" to insert a small screwdriver. DO NOT use knives or other sharp cutting instruments to do this!!!!! Trip to hospital "ER" will only increase repair costs of your monitor!! YOUTUBE search term: "lcd monitor disassembly" and "lcd monitor repair" Come back and rate this response if it was helpful and leave comment. Read fixya profiles of "budmrtn" "12fixlouie" for more info if required. By for now. 12fixlouie

It may hace cold solder joints, failing DC filter caps, lamp assemblies.
If you are going to DIY and have proper tools and know safety precaution then please read on: Most common failures in the LCD monitors are bad capacitors (bulging top/seal or leaking) in the power supply (they should be replaced in a set), blown fuses; poor solder joints, failed inverter circuits (blown fuse, shorted transistors, shorted/open transformers), bad lamps (poor solder connections or worn out lamps). You will need to open it up and inspect the inside, see example of failed DELL monitors to get some ideas what to look for: http://s807.photobucket.com/home/budm/allalbums Post back what you see inside so we can guide you further and it will help out other people in the future also.

Basic LCD monitor troubleshooting guide: http://www.fixya.com/support/r6150077-basic_lcd_monitors_troubleshooting

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague Capacitors kit: http://lcdalternatives.auctivacommerce.com/ he can make you a set of caps for you. Replacement board: http://www.lcdrepair.us

It may have cold solder joints, failing caps, lamps.

Basic LCD monitor troubleshooting guide:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r6150077-basic_lcd_monitors_troubleshooting

See failed DELL Monitors: http://s807.photobucket.com/home/budm/allalbums

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor_plague Capacitors kit: http://lcdalternatives.auctivacommerce.com/ he can make you a set of caps for you. Please post back what you find.

this occur due to the fluctuation in the voltage signal.you have to put this on some voltage regulator.

hold the power button for 5 sec : if the picture appears replace the button. ELSE check the chimic capacitor if damadged replace with new

replace the power supply