How to fix the squeaking noise on the MacBook Pro 2010

Here is how I fixed the squeaking noise of my MacBook Pro. This noise came after i upgraded the memory, so by opening and closing the back cover, it was then not as tight as originally from the factory. I tried re-tightening the screws, putting loctite, nothing fixed it. The noise may also occur after a certain period of time without opening the back cover.

I am not exactly sure what the grounding bar is or does but many owners found this to be annoying. Regarding this issue, some did not get a helpful fix from their support technician, some got a new MacBook Pro. I simply mask the problem.

These modifications may void your warranty, consult your Apple Support technician before opening your MacBook Pro.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• MacBook
• Pro
• 2010
• Apple
• Noise
• Squeak
• Squeaking
• Creak
• Creaking
• How
• to
• fix
• Ground
• Pins

[armouredhen30]

What editing software did he use?

[Medech2012]

@armouredhen30, I use iMovie

[jjdo1205]

instead of taking out the connector and apply the electrical tape instead, don't you think it would melt off when the mbp heats up?

[Medech2012]

@jjdo1205 I have been using the same "tape" for 11 months now... if it heats I will put a new one.

[Medech2012]

I would suggest to find the cause, in your case the sound may come from something else.

[3nomusheki]

Hello, don't you need the grounding bar to touch the metal cover of the computer to protect your computer or yourself from surge?

[Medech2012]

@3nomusheki I think there are other grounding means other than this grounding bar. I consider this fix as masking the problem, not a definitive corrective measure. I have found that some use conductive grease on those contact points, that may be the best way.

[jalene150]

Lol yet another use for the worlds best invention. Electrical tape.

[jpcashcash]

@Medech2012 dude this video helped me solve the problem..you don't need tape...the actual problem is that you are over tightening the screws. if you loosen all the screws and then tighten them up just enough to keep the case together the creaking goes away....you can't take that ground off or you can risk frying your computer with an electric shock.

[123clubpenguinguy1]

It's

Not squeaking because of the soft towel

[guitar01]

Damn, you're legendary!

+1

[owmyheadhurt]

thank you so much! i've tried to explain it to the douchebag guys at the macstore and they didnt believe me! they looked at me like i was a retard and gave me some bullshit excuse that didnt make sense.

[NoMoneyLeftBoy]

Mine just started squeaking last night - have ordered some kapton tape.. Cheers.