Macbook Pro Hinges Fix

by chefmichel in Circuits > Computers

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Macbook Pro Hinges Fix

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My 2007 Macbook Pro has broken hinges.
The laptop still works great, and I would not toss it away.
I believe it is a structural fault, but Apple will not admit it nor fix it.
So I decided to fix it myself, so it will not break completely and render the laptop useless.

Get Clip Binders

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Find the smallest clip binders that will fit.
Cost of 2 clips;  0.56 US$

Foam

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Find some foam to insert, to adjust the depth.
I used earplugs or foam.

Installation

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Beware not to clip the screen itself !
Beware that the clips stay on the frame.

Temporary Fix

Yes, this is a not a permanent repair, but a "temporary fix"
You have to remove the clamps to close the laptop.