Inspiron 6000....opening the cover...small gap near the screen...

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Hi there,   Just wanted some feedback my newly purchased Inspiron 6000 notebook.   I've noticed that there is a small gap when I open the cover (visible when I look down at the bottom of the screen at the area over the power button and 'DELL' logo). It seems as if the plastic surrounding the screen here is a bit loose...probably caused by the pressure being exerted when I open it as the cover is quite stiff.   Is this something that others have experienced and, more importantly, is this something to be concerned about? The laptop itself is fine but this gap is bugging me. I'm assuming it's down to the plastic build not being the best quality.   Thing is..I'm really cautious when opening the cover now in case it gets any worse! Can the cover be loosened?   Any feedback would be most appreciated.   Thanks   Neil

asd34567 · Answer

The space is 'normal' for a 6000. The hinges will loosen up quickly as you open/close the laptop with normal use.

ted_ck1 · Answer

Do not tolerate the gap in your system. This sometime was due to assembly process. Check this link:<ADMIN NOTE: Broken link has been removed from this post by Dell> . It shows you how to remove and assemble screen.

neil72uk · Answer

Thanks asd34567...that's exactly what I was trying to say. I think this post also describes the same problem.   http://forums.us.dell.com/supportforums/board/message?board.id=insp_general&message.id=104255&query.id=142544#M104255   There is a bit of give when I push gently on the display bezel...it's only a mm or so from sitting flush on the screen but I am concerned it will get worse. The cover is very stiff and must be putting a fair amount of pressure on the surrounding bezel.   If this is a common occurrence then I probably won't be calling DELL asking them to replace it as there doesn't seem to be any point. For future reference, how much would a replacement display bezel cost me?   Thanks again   Neil

asd34567 · Answer

Ted: That's not the gap problem he's referring to.

The gap is in the center of the screen bezel as you look downward. It may appear that the bezel is slightly warped away from the LCD screen in the area of the power button.

This is the way the bezel is cast and designed. It's normal for a 6000. It doesn't open up as you raise the LCD screen into normal position nor is it affected by tight hinges.

It's a 6000.

asd34567 · Answer

Neil: The gap is NOT an issue. Leave well enough alone. It's the way Dell designed the bezel, that's all. It's also part optical illusion because of the way the plastic thickens and curves out at the center. There is no fix for it. Your hinges will loosen up during normal use. Enjoy your 6000.

neil72uk · Answer

Thanks for your feedback everyone. I've taken your advice asd34567 and decided to leave things as they are afterall! Probably me being overly-fussy with a new piece of kit! Thanks again everyone! Neil

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