How to repair white MacBook (2010)

Jungelsucks · Jungelsucks #1 (**permalink**)

05-07-2012, 10:20 AM

Okay, I have dropped my MacBook and now there is a crack right on the place where the power jack is. I can also see that the power jack is pushed in so it won't charge when I connect the charger, it is also a bit loose. I know it works because there is still a small connection (In dark I can see the green light). And I'm not a rich guy and I really need this computer, so how do I make sure that it can charge again? I have seen people replacing RAM but I need god advices to fix the power jack. I can't afford anything right now

If I would let Apple repair then they would change the whole case and that would cost me a lot.

vank66 · vank66 #2 (**permalink**)

05-07-2012, 10:28 AM

Crazy Glue, or an epoxy might be the answer.Be careful with the Crazy Glue, don't get your fingers stuck together.Should that happen, finger nail polish remover works. Good Luck. Van

Shikarnov · Shikarnov #3 (**permalink**)

05-07-2012, 10:46 AM

I would advise extreme caution. You've cited a problem with your power connector, which could mean that an improper repair will pose a fire hazard. I understand you haven't a lot of money, but this might be one of those instances in which getting something done professionally is worth the cost.

Good luck,

Z

chas_m · chas_m #4 (**permalink**)

05-08-2012, 02:34 AM

There are some guides at iFixit.com but I caution you that what you are about to attempt is a fairly complicated repair and you could end up doing more damage if you're not skilled/careful/handy.

I'm with Shikarnov on this one.

rabbitjetta · rabbitjetta #5 (**permalink**)

05-08-2012, 07:57 PM

My friend did the same thing and he took it to a local mac shop and got it repaired for free. That may be an option. Try taking the bottom panel off and pushing the charger connector back out.

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Jungelsucks #1 (permalink)
Member Since: May 07, 2012 Posts: 1	05-07-2012, 10:20 AM Okay, I have dropped my MacBook and now there is a crack right on the place where the power jack is. I can also see that the power jack is pushed in so it won't charge when I connect the charger, it is also a bit loose. I know it works because there is still a small connection (In dark I can see the green light). And I'm not a rich guy and I really need this computer, so how do I make sure that it can charge again? I have seen people replacing RAM but I need god advices to fix the power jack. I can't afford anything right now If I would let Apple repair then they would change the whole case and that would cost me a lot.
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vank66 #2 (permalink)
Member Since: Jun 04, 2007 Location: Long Beach, CA. Posts: 314 Mac Specs: iMac 21" 2.4G 320G HD OS Snow Leopard. Win7 on Dell PC Inspiron i5 8g Ram 1TB HD	05-07-2012, 10:28 AM Crazy Glue, or an epoxy might be the answer.Be careful with the Crazy Glue, don't get your fingers stuck together.Should that happen, finger nail polish remover works. Good Luck. Van
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rabbitjetta #5 (permalink)
Member Since: Nov 08, 2010 Location: Indiana Posts: 890 Mac Specs: 13" Retina Pro, iPhone 5, iPad 4, iPod touch 3-5, iMac 27	05-08-2012, 07:57 PM My friend did the same thing and he took it to a local mac shop and got it repaired for free. That may be an option. Try taking the bottom panel off and pushing the charger connector back out.
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