Question : Problem: Laptop LCD backlight problem

Gateway MA2 laptop LCD display will not stay on.  The Bios screen is pinkish and most times the LCD screen stays on during the Windows welcome screen for 2-3 seconds.  When I press Fn F4 for the screen the LCD display comes on again for 2-3 seconds.  When an external monitor is plugged in everything is displayed on the external properly.  Booted from Xandros with the same results.  Replaced the inverter and have the same results.  Reset the video cable, no change.  Tried with battery or without the battery, no change.  When the LCD display stops I can see the display but very dark so I put a light in back of the display and I can see the display perfectly.  I think the LCD screen needs replacing but wanted to get another opinion before spending the money.   Can anone recommend a place to buy LCD screens chaeper than $170?

Answer : Problem: Laptop LCD backlight problem

Replacing the screen may be the easiest route,(a new one will have the CCFLs in it) unless you are good at disassembling an LCD screen, as they can be very fragile.