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Introduction
Monitors often lose contrast or brightness after years of intense use, often due to capacitors.
The problem can be solved with little expense and a little skill.
What you need
Video Overview
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Use a PH2 driver to remove the four screws securing the stand.
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Use a PH2 driver to remove the five screws securing the back panel.
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Insert the flat end of a spudger into the gap between the back panel and the shell.
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Gently pass around the entire frame of the monitor, you will hear several clicks.
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Use a PH2 driver to remove the five screws securing the power board.
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Unplug the "rainbow" connector.
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Inspect the board paying attention to the capacitors
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These two have no bulges, they look normal. If you have a tester you can test them.
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These two are a little swollen and need to be replaced. If you have a tester you can test them.
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Look where the old capacitors are placed on the PCB and unsolder them
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Solder the new capacitors, then cut off the excess wire.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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