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03-11-2007, 09:02 PM #1
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Should I be concerned?Well, you know the left side of the MB with all the plugs in it? Today I noticed that it feels alittle loose. Near the end there are 2 small screws, it feels loose right there. I could push the plastic in and see it move. Should I be concerned?? Do you guys think maybe the screws need to be tightened alittle?
Macky has never been dropped or bumped by anything before...
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03-11-2007, 09:05 PM #2
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Sometimes the screws will back out a bit over time and just need a little tightening. I don't think it's a real big deal, but if you can find an eyeglass repair kit or a jeweler's screw driver set, I'd see if you can snug those screws up just a bit.
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03-11-2007, 09:08 PM #3
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Ok, I think I have one of those sets. Sounds like a good idea. Thanks!
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03-11-2007, 09:09 PM #4
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03-11-2007, 09:13 PM #5
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Oh I see..I guess it should be okay then.
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03-11-2007, 09:15 PM #6
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OK, on the MacBook Pro, they actually hold the palmrest to the bottom chassis. I guess the MacBook is different?
EDIT: I answered my own question, no they aren't "purely decorative", they do indeed hold the palmrest to the chassis. See iFixIt...
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03-11-2007, 09:47 PM #7
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Yeah, mine does that too. I'd say nothing to worry about.
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03-11-2007, 11:09 PM #8
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03-11-2007, 11:16 PM #9
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wow netty, i had the same problem but i am glad you asked because i didnt want to seem dumb and anal asking the question
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03-11-2007, 11:21 PM #10
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Netty, I think I remember someone else here with the same issue. He/she called apple and they advised them that the left side is meant to have a bit of flex.
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03-11-2007, 11:29 PM #11
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03-11-2007, 11:30 PM #12
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I have to add me two cents. Why in the world would Apple, known for their clean crisp designs, put DECORATIVE screws on the side of their macbook? That makes no sense at all. I am sorry Johhnyfive, but I don't buy it. According to disassembly instructions I found online, the screws are functional and do need to be removed when disassembling the macbook. I would tighten the screws if they seem loose, some flex is needed, but I know on mine there is no looseness.
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03-11-2007, 11:52 PM #13
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03-11-2007, 11:54 PM #14
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Netty there are many with the same issue as yours and mine
http://discussions.apple.com/search....flex+left+side
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