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Troubleshooting a Chromebook Screen Issue: Need Your Insights!

Hello everyone,

I hope this message finds you well!

Recently, I purchased a used Chromebook and, after a screen replacement, it has been functioning smoothly for a few months. I mainly use it a couple of times a week to catch sports games while I’m on the go. However, I encountered an unexpected problem just two days ago. Upon turning it on, the screen initially flashes white before powering off completely and then reverting to a lit black screen.

Given this situation, I’m considering another screen replacement but would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions before I proceed. Your insights would be highly valuable to me.

I appreciate any advice you can provide! (Please see the images attached below for reference.)

Thank you for your help!

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  1. Hi there,

    It sounds like you’re experiencing a common hardware or connection issue following the screen replacement. Based on your description—initial white screen flash followed by the black screen—it could be related to the display connector, the logic board, or the replacement screen itself.

    Here are some troubleshooting steps you might consider:

    • Check the display connections: Carefully open the Chromebook again and verify that the display cable is securely connected to the motherboard. Loose or damaged connectors can cause intermittent display issues.
    • Test with an external monitor: If your Chromebook supports video output via HDMI or USB-C, connect it to an external monitor. If the external display works fine, the problem is likely with the LCD panel or its connection.
    • Inspect the replacement screen: Ensure that the new screen is compatible and in good condition. Faulty screens or incompatible replacements can lead to flashing or black screens.
    • Perform a hard reset and power wash: Sometimes a simple reset can resolve boot-related glitches. Power off the device, hold down the refresh and power buttons simultaneously, then release and turn it back on.
    • Consider software issues: If hardware appears fine, try performing a PowerWash (factory reset) to rule out software conflicts. Be sure to back up your data first.

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