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WTD: Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100.
Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
"Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland FWIW, when an HP engineer came out to my premises to replace an LCD on my 6100, he told me the video eeprom update was not generally available to the general public. You could try asking your country's HP branch if they could possibly send you out a copy, the worst they can do is say no! As a last resort you may have to send it in to HP to get it updated, which may not be cost effective. Dave |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
"Dave D" wrote in message ... "Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland FWIW, when an HP engineer came out to my premises to replace an LCD on my 6100, he told me the video eeprom update was not generally available to the general public. You could try asking your country's HP branch if they could possibly send you out a copy, the worst they can do is say no! As a last resort you may have to send it in to HP to get it updated, which may not be cost effective. Dave Yes, I am aware of this and that's why I am asking here. HP wants $400 to update the eeprom! Jan |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
"Jack" wrote in message ... "Dave D" wrote in message ... "Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland Yes, that sounds like HP! Disgraceful! Good luck with your search. Dave FWIW, when an HP engineer came out to my premises to replace an LCD on my 6100, he told me the video eeprom update was not generally available to the general public. You could try asking your country's HP branch if they could possibly send you out a copy, the worst they can do is say no! As a last resort you may have to send it in to HP to get it updated, which may not be cost effective. Dave Yes, I am aware of this and that's why I am asking here. HP wants $400 to update the eeprom! Jan |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
"Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland Did the replacement screen come with a non-working laptop? If so, someone who can do surface mount soldering/desoldering might be able to transplant the eeprom over. Dave |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
Done that, been there. Will not work, requires the same diskette.
Thanks anyway ;-) Jan "Dave D" wrote in message ... "Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland Did the replacement screen come with a non-working laptop? If so, someone who can do surface mount soldering/desoldering might be able to transplant the eeprom over. Dave |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
Just FYI, if anyone else needs this utility, I found it he
http://www.ccc.sk/ob6100.htm It's a slow download (app.2-5Kb/ ), but be patient, it will come and I tested it and it works! Now my 6100 works with the 15" display :-) Jan "Dave D" wrote in message ... "Jack" wrote in message .. . I changed the LCD to a 15" (used to have 14") on my Omnibook 6100. Now the LCD does not function and on external display it says that the LCD is switched off due to a wrong setting in the eeprom and that I have to set the eeprom with a service software. Does anyone have a copy of this? I got one copy, but it was for a 6000 model and it claims a "Wrong platform" error. Help appreciated. Jan Finland FWIW, when an HP engineer came out to my premises to replace an LCD on my 6100, he told me the video eeprom update was not generally available to the general public. You could try asking your country's HP branch if they could possibly send you out a copy, the worst they can do is say no! As a last resort you may have to send it in to HP to get it updated, which may not be cost effective. Dave |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
"Jack" wrote in message .. . Just FYI, if anyone else needs this utility, I found it he http://www.ccc.sk/ob6100.htm It's a slow download (app.2-5Kb/ ), but be patient, it will come and I tested it and it works! Now my 6100 works with the 15" display :-) Jan Thanks Jack, just downloaded it myself! There must be less load on the server right now- it came in in 30 seconds. Dave |
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Omnibook 6100 Eeprom updating disk for LCD.
On Sun, 12 Mar 2006 10:52:35 +0200, "Jack" put
finger to keyboard and composed: Just FYI, if anyone else needs this utility, I found it he http://www.ccc.sk/ob6100.htm It's a slow download (app.2-5Kb/ ), but be patient, it will come and I tested it and it works! Now my 6100 works with the 15" display :-) Jan HP charge $400 for that? *******s. - Franc Zabkar -- Please remove one 'i' from my address when replying by email. |
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