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    Weird clicking noise

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by wrathofdeath, Nov 29, 2012.

  1. wrathofdeath

    wrathofdeath Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey guys, just tonight I noticed that when I apply pressure to the left hand side of my computers palm rest, there is a slight clicking noise. Not really noticeable until you press your thumb on it. Anyone know what this can be from?
     
    wrathofdeath, Nov 29, 2012
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  2. wiplasher

    wiplasher Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is it just a one click when you press down? Or does it repeatedly click with constant applied pressure? Mine makes a popping noise when I push there and I know its just the plastic bending.
     
    wiplasher, Nov 29, 2012
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    Not sure what could be causing the clicking noise in that area

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    Is it a popping plastic noise? or continuous clicking if you apply pressure for some time?
     
    Alienware-Luis_Pardo, Nov 30, 2012
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  4. COTitan

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    Mine does this as well, I have to press fairly hard though so it doesn't bother me too much.
     
    COTitan, Nov 30, 2012
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  5. Alienware-L_Porras

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    Have you checked the inside of the PC for a cable obstructing a fan or something?
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Dec 4, 2012
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