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Laptop hinge becomes stiff or makes cracking sounds
My laptop hinge has become noticeably stiff and now produces cracking or popping sounds whenever I open or close the screen. This issue is progressively getting worse and I am concerned it may eventu...
The plastic or metal backing of the display is often the weakest point. A stiff hinge can cause the plastic mounting points to shear off, making the screen wobble or even separate from the hinge entirely.