Macbook Chasis Falling Apart!

My Macbook BLACK chasis is falling apart. The edges start breaking apart. Does this happen to all of you?

Hi markis_83
Welcome to Apple discussions
Unfortunately, some macbooks have been affected by these issues, but provided it's still in warranty Apple will fix it free of charge. In my own case, the lower case of my MB started cracking and it was replaced free of charge.
Contact Apple Care today and get your MB fixed.
Bob

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My Original MacBook is falling apart

My Original macbook is fall apart the (Top Case the part with the keyboard) that part is falling apart,
1. Stains on the top case
2. Crack near the button on the trackpad
3. and now the Left arrow key is about ready to fall off.
So I going to take it to one of the Apple Stores- and if they do not fix for free of charge then I think about getting the new MacBook that they just annouced today.
Who thinks that is a good idea?

I took my Original Macbook to a Apple store and I just mention the crack and the loose key. And they said that they would replace the top case for no charge. I went to the Fair Oaks mall (Apple Store that just opened up in April of this year) and they said that the cracks are covered if out of warrenty. And I ask how often do they see cracks in the top case and they say it is normal. So I have brand new on Top Case and it only took them 10 minutes to put the new top case on and it is defentially stronger plastic so it might last a little big longer now. So they did not keep my Macbook for couple days just went and told them about it and then 10 minutes later I had a new top case.

Macbook battery falling apart/buldging

I have one of the black 2.4 Ghz Core 2 Duo Macbooks. In the last few days the battery on it has started to fall apart. It's 'buldging' and the top is literally 'blowing' (peeling) right off of it. The machine is out of warranty/applecare but this seems like a product defect. Would apple do anything about this, or am I stuck having to replace the battery?

If you have a MacBook with the removable battery you can get a new third party battery fairly cheap on eBay.
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Or for $129 from Apple http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA566LL/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY

MacBook is falling apart.

So I have this (slightly) old, a bit beaten-up MacBook. Over time it has become more and more damaged, and for a while I have stopped using it, I still use it I mean, but it's just becoming worse.
I don't have AppleCare, and the warranty is definitely expired on this thing.
Every day it seems like more and more falls off of it (this morning I opened it up to get the latest feed from Safari on it) but the WiFi kaput'd on me, wouldn't see any wireless networks.
The display is completely fried. Not just are there cracks in the LCD, but the cable between the inverter and the graphics card appears to be destroyed. (Though, I can still use an external display and it works fine). Strangely too, the display has this 'in-theater' effect, where everything is completely blank on the top and bottom of the screen, It's seemingly narrowed down, weirdly. (Without ext. display!) Basically, All I see is a black screen unless A: I put the screen under (or in) direct sunlight. B: I use a really bright flashlight - this would get annoying. If I do this, I constantly have to play 'find the cursor'. Arghh!
Since it's already been dissassembled and re-assembled trying to replace the screen AND inverter board, I've just given up and left it as it is. This morning another someone large (small, but to me pretty significant) chunk of plastic came out of my MacBook again, while setting aside another laptop off of it. I hate to say it (don't take this too hard, guys.) I actually use my MacBooks screen as a stand for stuff, including my other laptops. Sometimes I put drinks on it, since it's already a useless display. (Hey, I find MacBooks to be really sturdy! Even the Pro ones!)
My question is, is there a way to possibly bring this thing back to life? It boots up fine, so it's usable, the Wifi is kind of sad, though. It must be when putting it back together disrupted the Wifi,or something about the Wifi cable is 'stuck' somewhere (I read about this happening to old PowerMacs, and even some Mac Pro's I believe) and that the solution is to take it apart again, and fix it myself. -_- The Wifi signal is really low, but it doesn't bother me- only the intermediate disconnects do. The cd drive is fully operational, just sometimes really loud. (I guess this is normal).
If I can possibly afford the fix, (And I'm sorry if this is not the right place to post this) what would the price range possibly be from? $20 for a cable? $50? $100-300? I'm hoping it won't be any more over $30 just for a simple cable, I really need to my travel MacBook in operation, I won't have an external display everywhere!
I'm hoping somebody can give me some heads up on this. Thanks!
Note: For some strange reason, my spell checker is not working in Chrome. It never seems to, only in Firefox. Sorry about any inconvenient typos or grammar errors! I'm not very dependant on perfection.
Cheers
Also; This MacBook was from about 2009-2010, is it OK if I use the MagSafe charger with it? This wasn't it's original charger, but it works, it just heats up the computer a bit though. In regular ranges, as far as I know, and the ventilation is good (the fan turns on, good).

DanielMacindows wrote:
I'm starting to get really ******* mad!
That won't help.
The only people who can give you an estimate are Apple, and they haven't seen it yet, 2009 MBP's came with the Magsafe adaptor when new and many of your problems are software issues.
Take it to an Apple Store.

My MacBook is falling apart!

I bought my MacBook back in august (2007).
Recently, about a month ago, a small crack appeared at the top of my laptop, just above the magnetic area. I tried not to touch it at ALL, but now its completely chipped off.
Now, a week and a bit ago, ANOTHER crack has appeared, but bigger and by the touchpad at the bottom of the laptop, again next to the magnetic bit.
Is this happening to anyone else?
I've been taking pretty good care of my laptop (as my parents would probably KILL me if I messed it up) but I don't know what to do now =(

Bring it back to the store where you bought your machine and get the case replaced. Please search this forum, there are posts about cracks developing on their macbooks. I have not experienced any crack with my macbook (black), I am extremely cautious. I am using the Speck clear case for protection.

MacBook Pro falling apart?

OK this one is quit difficult to describe but I'll try any way.
When you look at the back of your MBP you can see the black hinge part. Well today I looked at it and where the black part meets the bottom of the lid at the back. The black bit is showing cracks, or simply separating.
Does anybody else have this?

Pictures! Click to enlarge.
1) Here you can see the "clips" just sort of sitting there. You can also see the bulging.
http://img514.imageshack.us/my.php?image=unclippedjc0.jpg
2) A closeup of the above
http://img143.imageshack.us/my.php?image=unclippedcloseupzm7.jpg
3) When you apply pressure, it looks more normal, but it doesn't stay that way.
http://img353.imageshack.us/my.php?image=pressureeu8.jpg
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HT200006 iPod touch 5th gen will only sync to iTunes using an old lightning cable that it's falling apart, will charge with another cable but it won't sync to iTunes already try reset and restore same results..

iPod touch 5th gen will only sync to iTunes using an old lightning cable that it's falling apart, will charge with another cable but it won't sync to iTunes already try reset and restore same results..I also update everything using a Mac mini and latest iTunes version and 8.1.3 iOS on iPod touch any help will be really appreciated also try different computer like a macbook pro no luck.

See if yo missed anything here:
Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
and
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- See:
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- Try another cable. The cable for 5G iPod (lightning connector) seems to be more prone to failure than the older cable.
- If a 5G iPod
Iphone 5 lightning port charging problem - SOLUTION!
- Try another charging source
- Inspect the dock connector on the iPod for bent or missing contacts, foreign material, corroded contacts, broken, missing or cracked plastic.
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
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FALLING APART!

My computer is falling apart! on the right hand side by the track pad, a thin portion of the plastic is peeling back! I have friends with the same model, having the same issues! What is going on? Is this covered? I didn't buy the extra warantee.

Hi,
Just adding my two bits...same thing with my Macbook. Cracks on both sides where your palm rests. It appears to match exactly where the magnet-ridges come down.
I've seen lots of identical issues in other Mac forums. Right now I've got scotch tape preventing further damage...kind of "cheap" looking.
Hoping Apple repairs this without hassle...my MacBook is kept in it's own sleeve insde my case and has never been dropped.
Fingers crossed.
B.

Replacement battery is falling apart!!

I had my battery replaced as apart of the exchange program that took place some time ago. I noticed today that the replacement battery is falling apart. The top plate is lifting off of the battery, on the edge where the 5 power indicator lights are. The rest of the battery looks to be in fine condition, so I don't think the entire battery is in danger, but potentially it could be, if the top plate lifts off anymore. My big question is, my warranty has run out, but since this was the replacement battery that Apple gave me during the battery exchange program, should they replace this for me at no cost? If so, could someone post a link to an email address I can write to, to tell them of this problem & hopefully have it resolved? And for arguments sake, this battery is barely used. I use my laptop as a desktop, which means, I have the battery out about 98% of the time. So this wasn't caused by normal wear & tear. Please let me know what I can do, thanks!

For starters, you should not be running your MacBook with the battery removed. The battery gets very minor charge/discharge cycles while it is plugged in which helps to keep the battery exercised at least somewhat. You should make it a point to calibrate your battery however if you primarily use it plugged in... every few months or so. Your machines performance also drops significantly when run with the battery removed... and unless you are plugged into a UPS, you risk losing anything you may be working on, but haven't saved, if you have a power fluctuation. There are certain conditions during which A/C power does not supply enough current. The battery makes up for that difference. This is why the performance is designed to drop when run without the battery being installed.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1490
There is no email to contact Apple for your problem. You should give Apple a call directly and explain your problem. Only they will be able to let you know if your battery replacement would be covered.

Everything is falling apart while in Africa....awesome

So I have had my MacBook since summer of 2006 and up until this August, I have had no problems. Now everything is hitting the fan. In the past two weeks the disc drive stopped reading discs. It will load them into the drive just fine, and there aren't any weird sounds, it just won't read them. Then, a chunk of plastic came off of the palm rest where the ridge on the screen meets the palm rest. It matches up perfectly with the length and depth of this ridge. Is anyone else having this problem? Oh yeah, and when I try to repair my hard drive from Disk Utility, it says there is an "underlying task error" and won't repair it. The only way to fix this problem is to start up from the disk. However, like stated above, the disc drive won't read the start up disk to fix the hard drive. And to top it all off, I am spending the semester in Zambia, where there are no Apple stores. Is there anyone that has any ideas that might possibly help my situation?! I will be sending my laptop in as soon as I set foot on American soil to take full advantage of the AppleCare Protection Plan. Thanks Apple, I love how your stuff seems to fall apart after a year!!!

Do you have AppleCare? Even if there are no Apple Stores (there are none in Slovakia, either) there might be an authorized repair center. You can look it up on the Apple website. As far as the case, it's a known problem, and if you still have AppleCare, you can have it fixed for free.

The bottom of my macbook is falling off how do i fix this and how much does it cost?

the bottom of my macbook is falling off how do i fix this and how much does it cost?

Check this article http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/

HP ENVY 6 10900ee Laptop won't close,It's actually falling apart.

I can't actually close my laptop.If i try to close it the back side starts falling apart.I really need help.

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I grasp that you are unable to close your notebook or it falls apart. If you believe new hinges would resolve the issue, her is a link to the HP Envy 6 Maintenance and Service Guide, pl3ease note page 22 for the screw kit and hinge cover part numbers. Here are 2 links where you can check for the parts if desired. HP Part Surfer and HP Parts Store
If this is not the issue I would suggest calling HP Technical Support. Please call our technical support at 800-474-6836. If you live outside the US/Canada Region, please click the link below to get the support number for your region. HP Technical Support Sitemap
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The bottom of my macbook is falling off.

The bottom of my macbook is falling off.

That is a statement. What is your question? Also, you may find this info interesting: http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/. But with such little info provided, Im not sure if it applies to you.

Highly Dissapointed G570 falling apart within 3 months and now cracking close to end of Warranty

I purchased a Lenovo G570 and noticed within 3 months the screws at the bottom were dropping out unknown to me. Next the rear edges cracked open everytime I opened up the Laptop TO USE IT and made a cracking sound , same noise when you close it.
I am highly disappointed in this Laptop. I was considering getting a Lenovo Tablet but after this nightmare , I will keep as far away from Lenovo as I can.
Also I bought the Laptop at the end of August and was shocked to discover that my Warranty expired a couple of weeks before it should have so to replace the Screws I was told to ship it to the factory for repair would cost over $250 !
I see some Screw Kits available for much less than this.
I am now just waiting for the Whole Laptop to fall apart but will not be repairing it , I will just throw it in the Garbage Dump and consider it a waste of money.
I will go for a Toshiba or Apple next time.
Never Ever Again ....NOT A CHANCE WILL I EVER PURCHASE LENOVO ! SHAME ON THEM !

It will keep falling apart. Don't buy anymore Lenovo products. They will just beak into pieces. They are shameless and disgusting. My laptop just keeps falling apart.

Replacement iPod Touch 8GB (2nd Gen) beggining to fall apart after two months!

Well my problem is plain and simple
My first iPod touch (8GB 2nd Gen) was working perfectly fine until one day it slipped from my hands and the screen shattered. I took the iPod in to Best Buy and they overlooked the serial number and looked up my plan (product replacement plan) and they took it in and sent it out. They promised me a refurbished or a new iPod touch. They said it should take only about 5 days but it took two weeks, but in all fairness it was around a busy holiday seasons so i can understand the holdup. My Apple warranty was already up when i took the first iPod in for a replacement so i just used my product replacement plan. 2 weeks later i recieved my refurbished iPod in the mail, how could i tell it was refurbished, well for one the back of the iPod was void of any scratches but there was no Apple or "iPod" branding?! They also did not include the headphones used with current and past models, they shipped headphones that were changed years ago to a new design, i tested the headphones, and they were broken. I just said oh well and when i went to plug it in with the "new" cord they included i noticed there were stains all over it and i had to disinfect them (..yuck!) it made me certainly rethink even using the headphones in the first place. One thing that seemed odd to me was that it included OS 3.0 since 2nd gen iPods only ship with OS 2.2.1 and after checking the settings i confirmed it was in fact a sencond generation iPod Touch. After about a week of use i plugged in my headphones and i could only hear through one side, i unplugged them and replugged them and the problem was resolved and i thought it was a fluke, so i just disregarded it but its been a month now and since last week no matter what headphones i use i always get sound from the left channel. I was honestly furious that after only 1 month the ipod it starting to fall apart in front of me. I inspected the iPod closely and noticed that if held a certain way the glass on the lower right coner of the iPod begins to move around. The home button has also failed to respond quite a few times. Then when one day the external speaker started to begin to become flaky and sometimes not work at all, i just said "thats it!" im currently resetting the iPod to factory settings and putting a test sound on it for them to listen to and see the problem. In fact when i received it there was already a test sound on it so i presume there was a problem with the jack previously? I am repackiging everything and am off to geek squad tommorow, if there is any other advice to offer please let me know. Ive treated the iPod like a child after the first one shattered and the device has never been dropped, the screen and the back cover are spotless (minus the small scratches on the back chrome cover just from normal use) the iPod has never been near water and i checked the iPod to see if infact water could have gotten in the iPod and the sticker was still sparkling white, i am sorry Best Buy ive been a customer for years and while do not mean to rant and complain it has only been to months and its already falling apart?! i am sorry that is just not acceptable.

I just got my ipod touch 2nd gen 8gb replacement ipod in the mail two days ago. And i fell that my screen has cracked way to easily. I had my other ipod touch before this one for a year and a half and the screen had never been cracked. But my first two days with this "replacement" ipod has cracked twice. i am willing to take the blame for the first crack as i dropped it in the street and my case didnt do its job, but lasnight i put my hand in my sweatpants pocked only to find small peices of glass. i took out my ipod and there was the problem. a large shatter on the bottom near the homebutton. Seriously 2 cracks in 2 days with my REPLACEMENT after 360+ days and no cracks with my forsure APPLE ipod touch? I doubt my ipod touch screen is even made by apple.

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