Oxidized Mac Pro Hdd bays what can I do ?

Hello everyone I have a mid 2010 Mac Pro and before 3months I found some black fingerprints on my. Hdd slots I think it's oxidized. Somehow but always I keep my hands clean and dry when opening the case what can I do to clean it and stop oxidizing

A Mac Pro case is a predominantly aluminum alloy and appears to be anodized to prevent oxidation. If oxidation were to occur, it would be white. Any harsh chemicals used on the anodized surfaces will probably damage the anodizing and result in real oxidation. Like Grant says, it's pointless to mess with them. If you do you could try spraying the surface with clear spray paint for protectation.
hth

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