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    XPS M1330 Scuff Marks (Polycarbonate)

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Thunderax, Oct 6, 2007.

  1. Thunderax

    Thunderax Newbie

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    I got pretty scuff marks on my XPS M1330 on the polycarbonate beside the webcam, which I think is due to the position of the touch pad when I close the lid and bring my laptop around.

    Does anyone know if regular toothpaste will help remove these marks on polycarbonate (or whatever that rubbery material is)?

    Or does anyone have any better suggestions on how to remove them?

    Cheers
     
    Thunderax, Oct 6, 2007
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  2. cvx5832

    cvx5832 Notebook Evangelist

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    Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

    Regards,
    Paolo
     
    cvx5832, Oct 6, 2007
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  3. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    Ouch! I'd never use that on a laptop. You can almost strip paint off the wall with one of those things!
     
    Khris, Oct 6, 2007
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  4. ACHlLLES

    ACHlLLES Notebook Virtuoso

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    It's normal wear. Wouldn't worry about it too much.
     
    ACHlLLES, Oct 6, 2007
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  5. cvx5832

    cvx5832 Notebook Evangelist

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    If you scrubbed like there was no tomorrow, probably. For that matter I can "strip paint off the wall" with just water if I tried hard enough. As with any exercise, start gently and pick up speed/force as necessary.

    Our mileage will always vary from user to user. Try on a test surface first. If you're comfortable, proceed.

    I use the product regularly on a MacBook and my D630 often enough to suggest it, granted i'm not all ape-ish and using excessive force.

    Good luck.

    Regards,
    Paolo
     
    cvx5832, Oct 6, 2007
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  6. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    IMO, one wouldn't need to be "ape-ish" or use excessive force for this thing to cause damage.
     
    Khris, Oct 6, 2007
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