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    Repair Required?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by Wareforce, Aug 27, 2011.

  1. Wareforce

    Wareforce Newbie

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    Hi guys, have any of you seen anything like this before?

    Spacebar has come loose and wont stay seated.
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    I can see a metal/silver frame inside my screen with the odd bit of dirt/dust. It also looks bent.
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    Common issue? Easy to fix? Or should I just ring dell?

    Thanks
     

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  2. GNandGS

    GNandGS Notebook Deity

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    The keys will usually snap into place with a little pressure. Maybe wiggle slightly while pressing. Not trying to break the keys in half, but apply some pressure. For SB, note the two clip locations? Press there. Ignore if you already see damage.

    You might have some hinge failure or screen sep. Neither is normal - if under warranty call Dell.
     
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