My trackpad is clicky/feels loose, what can I do?
My trackpad will make a click noise before i even click down. Really it feels like it is loose. I took it to the Apple store and they're telling me that the entire top case would need to be replaced to fix it (about $450).
I was wondering if anyone has the same problem or found a solution to this issue that doesn't cost 1/5 of the machine.
Your profile was way out of date so the updater I gave you will not be suitable. This thread does prove the need to keep up to date.
The 4GB is sufficient for your apparent needs though it may be helpful to apply the updater below for the newly advised OS. It may take some time; it is a biggie!
Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1 Then check things out.
If that doesn't help check out the number of operations that are running in the background. If you have the iStat Pro app located in your dashboard, that will help. It's an excellent app - and free. See if they're all necessary.
Apple - Downloads - Dashboard Widgets - iStat Pro
Almost certainly others will chip in soon but hopefully I've set you on your way.
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