Rubber bottom of my macbook

I use my Macbook a lot...I'm in college and it's my only computer so you can imagine how much I use it. The rubber bottom seems to be coming off. I'm wondering if it is possibly just the heat that is getting to it so it warped it? I'm not sure. Is this something that is expensive to fix? Do I need to go to an Apple store to get it fixed?

http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/

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The bottom rubber case of my macbook 13" late 2009 has expanded and has detached from the main body..As i'm not presently under warranty i wanted to know will the repair be free of charge for me. I had once got it replaced for free but in warranty. As i read some where in the support that apple had agreed with the defect and had decided to replace the bottom covers without any charge. And even if i'm charged for it what will be the amount will hav to pay for it..
Thankx

Hi,
Here's the Bottom Case Replacement Link
http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/
It doesn't answer your specific questions about cost... but it does advise to contact an Apple Store or an AASP...
Anyway have a look at it... if you haven't already..
Cheers and Good Luck...

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Can Apple send me a replacement of the rubber bottom of my white macbook although I bought it in december 2009?

Welcome to Apple Support Communities.
This link should answer your questions:
http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/

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I lost the rubber foot at the bottom of my Macbook. This has been an adventure in trying to get this. I wanted to purchase it online. Not available!! So I chat with Apple, the guy tries really hard to get it for me. Hi finds it in his system but CANNOT mail to me. Not allowed! I go to Apple store, they say I have to make an appointment with the Genius bar. I try to do that online, it won't let me, because it wants to solve through apple support or chat.
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Neil,
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There are a few considerations for this DIY approach. First, I like the bit of stickiness that the feet give the case so it doesn't slide around, so I want something on the outside. Second, some people may not be comfortable taking apart the case and may not even have a properly sized Phillips screwdriver. Third, if you haven't seen the instructions for removing the cover, you may not realize that the screws on the front and sides of the cover go in at an angle. Even though I wanted my new feet to be installed on the outside, I wanted to look around on the inside to see if there were any loose foot parts lying around in there.
It happens that I have a screwdriver that came with a memory expansion kit, so I used that. If you need to purchase one, it's a size 00. I laid down a large towel on my work service to keep from scratching the top cover when working on the upside down MBP, and to collect any run-away screws so they wouldn't end up on the floor. I removed the screws and set them on the towel next to the holes they came out of so I would get them beck into the same place they came from when reinstalling. Note that there is one short screw in the back and the rest are longer, at least on my model. That's why it's important to keep track of them.
With the back off I could see that there was a lot of dust inside the case already, probably mostly from the vent fan pulling it in. I cleaned up using a vacuum cleaner and a soft paintbrush.
Before starting the job I went to Home Depot and checked out the selection of feet in the area where they have stick-on pads to prevent furniture from scratching floors, etc. I chose 2" wide, thin, adhesive-backed pads that came in a package of 8 for about $2.50. I liked the shape because it thought it would be less likely to peel off than a taller pad, and there was no question that it would completely cover the holes in the case.
This is a good time to punch out any feet that didn't separate on their own. Next I cleaned the bottom panel with alcohol so the adhesive would be effective and put the pads in place, nearly centered over the original foot holes, but offset enough so as to not cover the screw holes. I firmly pressed the pads into place, being careful not to allow any wrinkles.
Finally I replaced the panel and secured it with the screws, remembering to angle the screws, except in the rear.
I week later, I love the result. The pads have just the right stickiness and I think they work better than the originals at keeping the computer from sliding away when I'm actually using it on my lap. I haven't noticed any loss of case cooling either, but I think that may be difficult to tell. The fans haven't been running any more than usual. The pads show no tendency to peel off, at least not yet. Every pick your computer with one hand, between your thumb and forefinger? Well, it's very easy with the larger "feet".
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Hi,
The rubber on the bottom of my Macbook keeps coming off. I was wondering if anyone knew how to fix it? It keeps coming off from 2 directions.
Here is a picture of it.
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q262/sandher03/IMG00156-20101030-1841.jpg
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My response is too late, but it may help others
Check the link http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/
if you are qualified , apple will replace for free.

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I would take the MB back to the Apple store this time and let them take a look at it. As you saw in the other thread, mine fits nice and snug and won't let and dust or dirt in. It looks like it was installed at the factory.
There is nothing else anyone here can do for you.
Good luck.

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I got myself a MacBook Pro back in June.
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Also use a case when transporting it, and keep the inside of the case clean, as well as your MBP, don't let crud build up on the case.
See this on cleaning.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3226

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http://www.apple.com/ca/support/macbook-bottomcase/
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No this is not a common problem. Have you had the bottom off before?
The factory set screws you see a bit if blue lock tight which makes it more difficult the first time out.
They can replace the screws over the counter at any authorized repair service or Genius bar:
Genius reservation http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/
on-line https://getsupport.apple.com/GetproductgroupList.action
check warranty https://selfsolve.apple.com/agreementWarrantyDynamic.do

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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/

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google is always a good way to check, but before you do that, read this and see if it applies to your model: http://www.apple.com/support/macbook-bottomcase/

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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.

Brazilian dealer parkshopping iplace refuses to replace defective rubber bottom!!!

I just want everybody to know how irritating is to pay for something that doesn't worth.

OK I'll play (now that you posted it in big letters it is so much clearer):
What "brazilian dealer"?
What is "parkshopping"?
What is "iplace"?
What defective rubber bottom?
What has this to do with Pages for Mac?
Would you like to post that in Portuguese? Just make sure you say it clearly, we have no idea at all what you are talking about.
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