Play in Case causing squeak near fn key

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Marlow

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The case/cover on my macbook has some play and makes a squeak when depressed/pushed. I have never taken anything apart and it only really caught my attention tonight (dead quite lakeside). It seems worst if I press down 1" under the fn key and moves 1/16 or so of an inch making an awful plastic rubbing sound (not really a squeak per se but I hope you understand what I'm saying).

I wanted to know if others have any movement and what if any steps I should take. I always like to have a heads up before heading into the store... the last thing I want is to be told that "it is within specification to allow for expansion when your laptop heats to scolding temperatures ( :blind: )"

Cheers and thanks,

Marlow
 
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Take it in, that's not normal and no other macbooks I've seen do this...
 
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Definately take it in, they have had very minimal problems like this, I read about them before I bought my Macbook. Some will have the LCD casing/frame peel off, and some have what you have, a loose corner, and it gives and creates noises when depressed. Take it in, they should fix it no questions asked, since it is a known problem to them.
 
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Marlow

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Thanks...

I've also found there to be some play in the top left of the LCD frame/cover. As soon as I return from vacation I'll bring it in. Hopefully all goes well.

thanks again,

Marlow
 

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