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Macbook pro hinge problem

ironictoaster · 2012-08-09 23:54:18

Has anyone had this problem before, basically my 13' mid 2010 MBP screen is separating from the unibody enclosure. I'm really worried as I fear it will get worse over time. Does anyone know is it a case of tightening screws? Everyone forum I read on this says take it to the apple store, genius etc. Kinda hard to explain by…

09-08-2012 11:54PM

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Has anyone had this problem before, basically my 13' mid 2010 MBP screen is separating from the unibody enclosure. I'm really worried as I fear it will get worse over time. Does anyone know is it a case of tightening screws? Everyone forum I read on this says take it to the apple store, genius etc.

Kinda hard to explain by words but here's a video of the problem I have

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#2 10-08-2012 08:16AM

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If your handy with screwdriver take the bottom cover and have a look.

Ifixit.com is your friend

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