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    Left hinge on X230 squeaking

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Scintillation, Sep 13, 2012.

  1. Scintillation

    Scintillation Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi. My X230 arrived about 3 weeks ago, and I am beginning to worry about the squeaking on my left hinge.

    I believe that it has been like this ever since it has arrived. My left hinge squeaks whenever I raise the lid, but not when I put it back down.

    Is there anyway to mitigate this sound, or remove it completely? Is it something I should be worried about, or can I simply disregard it?

    Thanks.
     
    Scintillation, Sep 13, 2012
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Personally, I'd leave it, but if it bothers you that much, call support and see what they say.
     
    ZaZ, Sep 13, 2012
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  3. MidnightSun

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    Probably something over/undertightened. If it remains an issue going forward, choose a time when you won't need your laptop for a few days and send it in for warranty service. They're usually very fast with small, simple replacements such as this (receive a prepaid overnight box with packing materials the next day, send it in and received the next, repairs for one or two days, and overnighted back).
     
    MidnightSun, Sep 14, 2012
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