i have some strange sound when i shake my mbp

i have some sound when i hold my mac book at edge. when i shake it, i hear some sounds inside like losen part.

it close to the dvd driver i am just wondering whether it is abnormal

i am so worried. i have my mac book a month and i hear that from the beginning.

should i go check for it.

MacBook Pro

Posted on Aug 23, 2011 8:10 AM

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Aug 23, 2011 8:22 AM in response to annfromhk

Well, the most obvious answer is, "Quit shaking your MacBook." But seriously, if you hear something rattling around in your MacBook then there is something not right. Since you've only had the computer for a month, it's still in warranty and a trip to an Apple store can quickly relieve your anxieties. But, if you don't have an Apple store or authorized Apple dealer/repair center near you, then I would suggest you call Apple and tell them your problem. They will tell you what you need to do.


Depending on what's rattling around, you could run the risk of some metal part getting into where it should be and causing a short circuit. Or you might never have a problem. The question is: do you want to take that chance when the machine can be fixed for free under its warranty?

Aug 23, 2011 12:09 PM in response to annfromhk

annfromhk wrote:


i have some sound when i hold my mac book at edge. when i shake it, i hear some sounds inside like losen part.

it close to the dvd driver i am just wondering whether it is abnormal

i am so worried. i have my mac book a month and i hear that from the beginning.

should i go check for it.


Likely a loose screw, take it in and let Apple take care of it before it gets somewhere where it can cause damage.


Just don't shake it or mention shaking it, suggesting that your possibly abusive to your equiptment which could void your warranty.


Just mention that you hear something moving around when you go to place it into your protective case. 😉


Backup your data first, they might decide to simply give you another machine right away.

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