Can I replace the aluminum outer case the laptop comes in?

I have a macbook pro 17" 2009
Processor  2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
Is it possible to replace the aluminum outer case the laptop comes in?
My wife was using my mac and droped it,
on the front left corner there is a dent,
and it is affecting my CD's that I put in my Mac
I have to loosen the screws on the bottom to get the CD's out....
Can I change out the entire outer shell ... Tack the components out and put them in a new shell????

Three places you can look:
http://www.macpartsonline.com/
http://www.ifixit.com/Mac-Parts/MacBook-Pro
http://www.powerbookmedic.com/MacBook--Macbook-Pro-Parts-and-Repair-p-1-c-446.ht ml
Or, you can go to an Apple store & inquire about "Flat Rate Repair". Not documented, but users have used such. Cost is around US $300.

Similar Messages

  • Can i replace the casing on a 5G with a 6G  case?

    can i replace the casing on a 5G with a 6G  case?

    I wouldnt suggest doing that type of modification.  Apple will not do that for you.  If you are intent on that keyboard and your MB Air has bluetooth spend the extra $20 and get the wireless one.

  • How can I replace the out of the box photos with my own when music is playing?

    How can I replace the out of the box photos with my own when music is playing?

    Welcome to the Apple Community.
    Select any photos you want to share with the Apple TV using the iTunes advanced menu (using iPhoto is the better option but a folder will work). Once all the photos you want are shared, go to settings > screensaver on the Apple TV and choose which of those shared photos you want to use with your screensaver.

  • Can I replace the power module in my iMac G4 17" Flat Screen computer?

    My iMac G4 17" Flat Screen will no longer power up. It has been getting slower and slower the longer it was running until finally I have no power at all.
    Can I replace the power module, where do I get one, how much do they cost and how big a job is it to swap it out?
    Any help, or information that you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

    Can I replace the power module, where do I get one, how much do they cost and how big a job is it to swap it out?
    To repair your iMac G4 17" Model you can go to iFixit

  • My iphone has fallen into the water 6months ago and there is no apple store in my country so i gave the phone s technical service.but they couldnt repair the phone.and now the battery is swollen.can i replace the phone with the new one in spain?

    My iphone has fallen into the water 6months ago and there is no apple store in my country so i gave the phone s technical service.but they couldnt repair the phone.and now the battery is swollen.can i replace the phone with the new one in spain?

    You can only obtain warranty OR post warranty service in the country of original purchase
    As your iPhone has user damage it has no warranty
    IF the iPhone originated from Spain or another EU country you can get out of warranty service in any EU country

  • Can i replace the battery in my MacBook Air?

    can i replace the battery in my MacBook Air?

    See the Battery Replacement section of Apple - Support - Service Answer Center
    although, if you're out of warranty, and can tackle some dismantling :
    MacBook Air Repair - iFixit has instructions for most models, but finding a reliable source for quality replacements may be a problem.

  • HT4060 how can i replace the battery on my ipad? it wont charge all the way

    my ipad will only charge to 14% then goes down...how can i replace the battery?

    iPad Owners
    Your one-year warranty includes replacement coverage for a defective battery. You can extend your coverage to two years from the date of your iPad purchase with the AppleCare Protection Plan for iPad. During the plan’s coverage period, Apple will replace the battery if it drops below 50% of its original capacity. If it is out of warranty, Apple offers a battery replacement for $99, plus $6.95 shipping, subject to local tax. Apple disposes of your battery in an environmentally friendly manner.
    http://www.apple.com/batteries/replacements.html

  • How can I replace the old commenting system with Disqus?

    How can I replace the old commenting system on Business Catalyst with Disqus? Please help

    Hi,
    The Disqus integration has been done by at least one BC partner – simpleflame.com, on this site: http://kiyuco.com/free-videos . You could reach out to them inquiring for more details on how it has been done.
    Kind regards,
    -Sidney

  • Can I replace the screen myself with a kit on my iPod touch?

    Can I replace the screen myself with a kit on my iPod touch?   Stores are charging in excess of 100 dollars to fix them.

    Note, though, that if you do the repair yourself or have any unauthorized shop do it, you will void any further support from Apple, including having them replace the iPod for their out-of-warranty replacement fee.
    Regards.

  • The screen on my iphone is shattered can i replace the screen?

    the screen on my iphone is shattered can i replace the screen?

    Who can say?  How competent are you with electronic devices?  You might be better off taking it to an Apple Store and paying for an out of warranty replacement. At least you'll know you are not using generic components that have not been approved by Apple.

  • How can I replace the cursor in the below query?

    I have this below query which calls a stored procedure that takes only 1 item's attributes at a time. But because of performance problems we are
    required to remove the cursor. How can I replace the below cursor logic with set operations or CTE? Please advice.
    DECLARE db_cursor_ava CURSOR
    FOR
    SELECT t.[agent-id],
    t.[start-date],
    t.[end-date],
    t.[monitor-days],
    t.[monitor-start],
    t.[monitor-end],
    t.[timezone-offset]
    FROM @tmpAgentPeriodTimeRange t
    OPEN db_cursor_ava
    FETCH NEXT FROM db_cursor_ava INTO @agentID_ava,
    @stDateTime_ava,
    @endDateTime_ava,
    @monDays_ava,
    @monSt_ava,
    @monEnd_ava,
    @offset_ava
    WHILE @@FETCH_STATUS = 0
    BEGIN
    DELETE
    FROM @tmpMonitorPeriod
    DELETE
    FROM @tmpFinalResult
    SET @runID = 1
    IF(@endDateTime_ava>DATEADD(MI,@offset_ava, GETUTCDATE()))
    BEGIN
    SET @endDateTime_ava=DATEADD(MI,@offset_ava, GETUTCDATE())
    END
    INSERT INTO @tmpMonitorPeriod
    EXEC core.usp_GetMonitoringPeriod
    @startDate = @stDateTime_ava,
    @endDate = @endDateTime_ava,
    @monitoringDays = @monDays_ava,
    @monitoringStart = @monSt_ava,
    @monitoringEnd = @monEnd_ava
    SELECT @maxID = MAX(tm.id)
    FROM @tmpMonitorPeriod tm
    FETCH NEXT FROM db_cursor_ava INTO @agentID_ava,
    @stDateTime_ava,
    @endDateTime_ava,
    @monDays_ava,
    @monSt_ava,
    @monEnd_ava,
    @offset_ava
    END
    CLOSE db_cursor_ava
    DEALLOCATE db_cursor_ava
    mayooran99

    You've been down this path before  - and the response is exactly the same.
    how to replace cursor logic
    And I'll suggest that you post the entire code - since you repeatedly delete 2 table variables but only populate one. The setting of @maxID also seems to have no purpose. And perhaps the issue here isn't the cursor but the general approach.  Who knows
    - but it appears you may have prematurely assumed that the cursor is the problem.

  • Can I replace the intern optical drive in my Power Mac G4 by one of other G4

    Can I replace the optical drive in my powermac G4(sernr.CK135JGJL4Y) (Sony CD-RW  CRX155E) 16 speed write by the one off a two year older model power mac G4 mirrored drive doors (sernr.CK3380F1PC4) with has a combo drive ( dvd rom read 8x,cd-r write 16x)? At the motherboard is notated IDE near connection of my mac.My optical drive is defect. External drives are not for sale, compatibel to OS 9.2.1 The operating system of the other one is OS 9.2.2

    there was a way to add support for some later Opticals in OS9, but I can't rember just how now.
    There are modified device plugins here.

  • Can I replace the 20G drive in a 2070NR to have two 1T drives?

    I have an Envy 17 (2070NR) and it has a 1T drive and a 20G drive.  Can I replace the 20G drive with another 1T drive?

    The second, 20g drive is a flash module that is designed to speed up the system and hold important files so that the mechanical hard drive is not accessed as often, leading to better battery life, etc. blah blah. I am not sure the 20 gig drive is a standard SATA interface. You might want to look here:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qOzkiY3MZ8
    You will need the hard drive caddy for a second drive I believe.

  • Can i replace the glass on an ipod touch 4th generation

    Can i replace the glass on an ipod touch 4th generation? My son dropped his ipod and the glass is shattered.

    Yes. Instructions and parts sources are here:
    iPod Touch Repair – iFixit
    Apple will exchange it for a refurbished one for $99, $149 or $199 depending upon the capacity.

  • Can you replace the screen on a ipad2

    can you replace the screen on a ipad2

    Here is one place.  Google for others:
    iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens
    Apple will exchange your iPod for a erfurbished one for the following:
    Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing

Maybe you are looking for

  • Folder Structures in LR 4.3

    Hi all, This may have already been answered but I was wondering if there was a way for LR to automatically create a folder structure when importing photos like below: 2012    - December        - Shoot Name #1 2013    - Feburary        - Shoot Name #1

  • Bringing a B/W G3 with G4 upgrade back to life

    Hi, I have a B/W G3 that has a G4 ZIF installed plus lots of RAM.... can I use CCC to install a fresh 10.3.9 system onto it? It has been @ 2 years since its use, but I am hoping to use it in a lab with older CRT iMacs ...... I remember using it but i

  • Can a url referencing an Application Process pass more than one parameter?

    Hello, I have a page in an application that uses pl/sql to generate a list of links. The purpose of each link is to call another pl/sql procedure which in turn opens/runs a report external to the APEX application (either a call to Oralce Application

  • Partner function in purchase

    Guru I have set the Partner function for Vendor In Migo It is showing the  vendor name on which  PO is given & Supplying Vendor Name  & Reeving Vendor Name is also showing Name of the Vendor on which is the PO is given is correct or  actually the the

  • Trial version download of Captivate 7

    I am trying to download the trial version of Adobe Captivate 7. When I click on Install Now nothing happens.Does anybody know why this might be?