13.1" Screens and LCD Panels for Sony VAIO

Key Information Regarding the Replacement of a 13.1-inch LCD Screen or Panel on a Sony VAIO

Sony is one of the leading names in the electronics industry. The Sony VAIO is the crown jewel in the brand's laptop line. If you need to replace the screen on your VAIO, here are some answers to some commonly asked questions.

In most cases, you can find the right replacement screen or panel by looking up the model number of your computer. For Sony VAIO models manufactured after 2010, the model number can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the device. It will be called the "product name." If for some reason the sticker on the bottom of your Sony product is missing or is illegible, or if your Sony VAIO laptop was manufactured prior to 2010, you may be able to check the manufacturer's website to find this information. Otherwise, you need to look up the model number through your software:

• Click the Start button and then click All Programs.
• In the All Programs menu, click the VAIO Care folder.
• Click VAIO Care.
• The model number is displayed in the bottom of the VAIO Care window, such as VGN-FW550F.

Many LCD screens are actually comprised of two different parts, which are the LCD itself and a glass cover. There are a wide range of tutorials available online that can help you determine whether or not you wish to accomplish the task. This also depends, however, on exactly what needs to be replaced. In some cases, the LCD itself is still functional and the glass cover is what needs to be replaced. In other cases, the entire screen needs to be replaced. You can usually replace the glass cover yourself. However, use caution to avoid potential damage to the LCD. When selecting a replacement screen, know what you are getting. Sometimes, the glass cover is available by itself; some options offer the LCD screen and glass together; and others are for the entire top half of the laptop, which includes the LCD screen, glass, and outer case. In many cases, replacing the entire display can be simpler and less time-consuming or as labor-intensive as replacing the LCD or glass.

There are many parts on a Sony VAIO laptop that can be upgraded to improve speed and performance, but the screen is not one of them. Displays are manufactured specifically for specific laptops or notebooks and cannot be changed out for a different kind of display. This means you should select a replacement for the original part that initially came as part of your computer.