Aspire 7 hinge problem, causing my bottom casing to pull from main part of the computer.

MaryLyn347

Hi! I have the Aspire 7 and one of the screws in the bottom casing, near the hinge, has pulled thru the plastic, to the point it broke it and now the hole is too large for the screw. This is causing my bottom casing to pull from main part of the computer, which in turn causes the hinges to mess up and not let my laptop open and close properly. I love this laptop and I am looking for a solution. I was hoping maybe someone has an old non-working one that I could possibly get the outer casing from to replace mine, or suggestions on how to fix it.

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Puraw

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/717768/aspire-7-hinge-problem-causing-my-bottom-casing-to-pull-from-main-part-of-the-computer

Swapping the case is not a very realistic solution for your hinge problem, what needs to be done is replacing the hinge assembly and frame + bezel by Acer Services in your country at an estimated cost of $200+, Don't open/close the lid with one working hinge only as stress on the screen by flexing of the lid will crack the screen and if 17" that will add another $200 to the bill. Consider trading in this laptop and buying a new one in a December sale, alternatively find a PC repair shop to makeshift repair that hinge (not glueing but with screws).