The video cable is routed around the left side hinge. With heavy use this will cause the cable to weaken. Many owners have reported display problems such as random lines or a jumbled screen. A few have replaced just the video cable to successfully resolve this problem.
Here's the part: http://www.ifixit.com/PowerBook-Parts/G4-Titanium-Display-Data-Cable/IF121-013
Ifixit is out of stock but adds this warning:
Works in all 15" Titanium PowerBooks regardless of color of existing cable. Responsible for transmitting data from the logic board to the display. Installation will damage your computer's display if performed improperly. Specialized equipment is required for installation.
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I don't really agree with this. Sure it's not easy but if you're here you're probably good at fixing things. Care should be taken. The specialized tools needed are: 4mm Nut Driver, T6 and T8 Torx screw drivers and most likely a spudger.
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I don't really agree with this. Sure it's not easy but if you're here, you're probably good at fixing things. Care should be taken. The specialized tools needed are: 4mm Nut Driver, T6 and T8 Torx screw drivers and most likely a spudger.
The video cable is routed around the left side hinge. With heavy use this will cause the cable to weaken. Many owners have reported display problems such as random lines or a jumbled screen. A few have replaced just the video cable to successfully resolve this problem.
Here's the part: http://www.ifixit.com/PowerBook-Parts/G4-Titanium-Display-Data-Cable/IF121-013
Ifixit is out of stock but adds this warning:
Works in all 15" Titanium PowerBooks regardless of color of existing cable. Responsible for transmitting data from the logic board to the display. Installation will damage your computer's display if performed improperly. Specialized equipment is required for installation.
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Sounds like a job for a professional, sorry.
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I don't really agree with this. Sure it's not easy but if you're here you're probably good at fixing things. Care should be taken. The specialized tools needed are: 4mm Nut Driver, T6 and T8 Torx screw drivers and most likely a spudger.
The video cable is routed around the left side hinge. With heavy use this will cause the cable to weaken. Many owners have reported display problems such as random lines or a jumbled screen. A few have replaced just the video cable to successfully resolve this problem.
Here's the part: http://www.ifixit.com/PowerBook-Parts/G4-Titanium-Display-Data-Cable/IF121-013
Ifixit is out of stock but adds this warning:
Works in all 15" Titanium PowerBooks regardless of color of existing cable. Responsible for transmitting data from the logic board to the display. Installation will damage your computer's display if performed improperly. Specialized equipment is required for installation.
Sounds like a job for a professional, sorry.